11-Requests for Approved Equals.docx

This is a Request for Approved Equals form issued by Broward County, Florida for the Fire Alarm Upgrades to Various Libraries solicitation. The form allows vendors to submit requests for approved equal status on proposed products that differ from those specified in the original solicitation. Vendors must complete the form with their company information, contact details, solicitation number, specification requirements, and a detailed description of the proposed alternative product, along with supporting product literature. The form must be submitted via email to the County's Purchasing Agent by the deadline specified in the Special Instructions to Vendors section. The County will review submitted requests and issue its determination of approved or not approved status through addendum, with incomplete requests not subject to review. Vendors are prohibited from submitting this form through the electronic bidding system (BPRO).

The fire alarm system upgrade project is a fixed-price contract for Broward County's Facilities Management Division covering assessments, permit and shop drawings, installation, testing, and commissioning at multiple library locations. Vendors must comply with County and State licensing requirements, bonding requirements, and Office of Economic and Small Business Development (OESBD) requirements including County Business Enterprise (CBE) reserve participation. All solicitation responses must be submitted electronically through BPRO with a submission receipt confirmation; responses received through other means will not be considered. The County strongly encourages vendors to submit all required and optional documentation at the time of initial submittal to facilitate timely and comprehensive review.