Bid_4142GM_2-Way_Radios_and_Equipment_-_PROPOSAL_FORM.xlsx

The document is a Proposal Form (Bid #4142GM) for the School Board of Marion County, Florida, seeking a term contract for two-way radio equipment. The bid solicits competitive pricing for portable radios from Motorola and ICOM, including various VHF and UHF models in analog and digital configurations, along with replacement batteries, accessories, mobile radio installations, and repeater equipment. The proposal is due on June 26, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with a board award date of July 22, 2025, and a contract term from July 23, 2025, through July 31, 2026. The scope covers equipment for schools and departments, with specific requirements for radios to be delivered as-is, pre-programmed, or installed in vehicles such as cars, minivans, buses, trucks, and work vans.

The bid emphasizes a focused procurement approach, prohibiting vendors from marketing additional products beyond the specified bid items. While no explicit budget range is provided, the School Board reserves the right to award by item, group, or in total, potentially establishing primary and secondary suppliers. The solicitation does not outline specific set-aside designations but requires vendors to demonstrate technical expertise, competitive pricing, and compliance with E-Verify requirements and federal grant management standards. Vendors must provide detailed business information, including years of operation and previous project experience, with evaluation focusing on lowest responsive and responsible bidders considering factors such as past performance, management capabilities, customer references, and post-sale service.