9-Requests for Approved Equals.pdf

This is a Requests for Approved Equals Form used by Broward County, Florida for the Interior Signage for Broward County Public Safety Building 2nd Floor contract opportunity. The form allows potential vendors to submit requests for consideration of approved equal product status when the solicitation specifies branded or proprietary products. Vendors must complete the form with their company information, solicitation details, specification requirements from the contract documents, and a detailed description of the alternative product being proposed as an approved equal, including manufacturer name, model number, and supporting product literature. Requests must be submitted via email to the County's Purchasing Agent by the deadline specified in the Special Instructions to Vendors section of the solicitation. The County will issue its determination of approved or non-approved status by addendum, and vendors are instructed not to submit this form through the bidding system.

The scope of work for the related contract includes the manufacture, packaging, and delivery of all signage identified in the contract documents, with all signs delivered complete, labeled, and ready for installation. The successful bidder is responsible for coordinating delivery dates with the Broward County Project Manager and must ensure all signage is properly packaged to prevent damage during transportation and storage. Any damaged or defective signage identified upon delivery shall be replaced by the manufacturer at no additional cost to Broward County. All deliveries must be made during normal business hours, Monday through Friday, unless otherwise approved by the County. Installation of the signage is not included in this contract and will be performed by Broward County.