ESBD_455583_1758308375197_RFP 2025.09 UPS and Installation Final.pdf

RFP 2025.09

Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) and Installation

RFP Contact Cara Green

Purchasing Manager purchasing@brazosport.edu

979-230-3214

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Table of Contents

Section 1 Overview

Section 2 UPS Specifications and Requirements

Section 3 Proposal Requirements and Documents

Section 4 Evaluation Process

Section 5 General Terms and Conditions

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Section 1 Overview

1.1 Introduction

Brazosport College (BC), located on a 156-acre campus in Lake Jackson, Texas, invites qualified vendors to submit proposals to provide all equipment, materials, specifications, and services necessary for a new Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) system. The selected vendor will also be responsible for the installation of the UPS in the BC information technology server room.

The UPS system will serve as a consolidated, reliable battery backup solution, replacing the existing unit currently in use. It is the intent of BC to award this project to a single vendor.

The awarded vendor will be responsible for the complete installation of the new UPS system and the safe removal and disposal of the existing unit, which is located in the K-Wing of BC’s

Central Main Campus. Vendors are strongly encouraged to attend the site visit as outlined in

Section 1.6 to evaluate the location and project requirements.

Founded in 1968, BC offers a range of two- and four-year degree programs, workforce certificates, and university transfer opportunities. BC has been recognized by the Aspen Institute as one of the top 10 community colleges in the nation and was named the Safest College Campus in Texas and one of the Top 10 Most Beautiful Yet Affordable College Campuses.

1.2 Submission of Proposal

To be considered a responsive offer, proposals may be submitted electronically using the current electronic bidding system, utilized by the College; Euna Solutions/Ion Wave.

Manual/ paper submissions are acceptable and may be mailed or hand delivered in a sealed envelope on the forms provided. They will be received in the office of the Purchasing Manager, 500 College Drive Room C-127, Lake Jackson, Texas 77566, until the date and time established in Section 1.6 Calendar of Events, at which time said proposal will be publicly opened and read.

Manual/paper proposals must be sealed and clearly marked on the outside, “RFP 2025.09 UPS.

Attention: Purchasing Manager.” Proposers submitting proposals should be careful to see that the appropriate proposal form is used. Email or fax transmittal of bids will not be accepted.

1.3 Approval

This procurement is subject to approval by the BC Board of Regents. Subsequent to Board approval, the only person authorized to commit BC contractually is the President or designee.

1.4 Obligation

This Request for Proposal does not obligate Brazosport College (BC) to award a contract or to pay any costs incurred by respondents in the preparation or submission of a proposal. All respondents are subject to the instructions and conditions outlined in this RFP and are cautioned to review the entire document carefully and comply with all submission requirements. Proposals

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BC reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, waive any technicalities, irregularities, or informalities, and cancel or conclude the procurement process at any time without selecting a vendor or incurring liability to any respondent or other party. The College is under no obligation to award a contract as a result of this solicitation. Final agreement terms will be determined solely by BC and must comply with all applicable laws of the State of Texas.

1.5 Pre-Proposal Conference and Site Visit

Due to the complexity of the UPS installation project and potential site-specific requirements

(including possible crane usage), vendors are strongly encouraged to attend the pre-proposal conference and site visit. The existing UPS system is located on the second floor of the K-Wing, and vendors will have the opportunity to view the unit and evaluate access and installation conditions. The date, time, and location of the pre-proposal conference and site visit are provided in Section 1.6.

Location:

Brazosport College

500 College Drive – Room K.201

Lake Jackson, Texas 77566

1.6 Calendar of Events

Listed below are the dates and times by which stated actions must be taken or completed. If

Brazosport College determines, in its sole discretion, that it is necessary to change any of the dates and times, a formal Addendum to this RFP will be issued and distributed through

Brazosport College’s electronic bidding system. All listed times are applicable local times for

Lake Jackson, Texas in accordance with Central Standard Time (CST).

Action Date/ Time

Issue RFP/ 1st Advertisement Friday, September 19, 2025

2nd Advertisement Sunday, September 28, 2025

Pre-bid Meeting & Site Visit Thursday, October 2, 2025 at 1:30 pm

RFP Questions Due Thursday, October 9, 2025 prior to 10 a.m.

Response to Questions in Formal Addendum (If Any) Friday, October 10, 2025 prior to 12 p.m.

RFP Due Date Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 2 p.m.

RFP Committee review proposals October 2025

Notice of selection and award TBD

Contract negotiations and execution TBD

Board of Regents approval November

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1.7 Questions

All inquiries for information regarding this solicitation should be directed in writing to: Cara

Green, Purchasing Manager, at purchasing@brazosport.edu. Any attempts to contact College personnel outside of this may result in disqualification.

mailto:purchasing@brazosport.edu

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Section 2 UPS Specifications and Requirements The proposed UPS system shall meet or exceed the following specifications and requirements.

Brazosport College is seeking a Liebert UPS and battery system, or equivalent solution. Vendors proposing an equivalent system must demonstrate, in detail, how their proposed solution meets or exceeds the specifications outlined below. Vendors must include detailed product information in their proposals to demonstrate compliance.

2.1 UPS System Specifications

Specifications include, but are not limited to:

.1 Input Voltage: 480V, 60Hz, 3-phase, 3-wire plus ground

.2 Output Voltage: 208/120V, 3-phase, 4-wire plus ground

.3 Capacity: Fixed capacity 40kVA UPS system

.4 Architecture: Transformer-free, efficiency up to 95% in double conversion mode

.5 Output Power Factor: Unity rating; supports loads from 0.5 lagging to unity without derating

.6 Native Output Voltage: 208V

.7 Bypass Switch: Continuous duty static bypass

.8 Controls: DSP-based digital control of power conversion and operation

.9 Display: Backlit LCD with monitoring and logging of power, operation, and utility conditions

.10 Access: Top-and-bottom-entry cable access; front-only service access

.11 Safety Features: Local Emergency Power Off (EPO); IP20 enclosure

.12 Certifications: UL and cUL listed, UL Standard 1778 5th Edition

2.2 Communication and Monitoring

Specifications include, but are not limited to:

.1 IntelliSlot Unity Dual Protocol Card (P/N: IS-UNITY-DP) with support for SNMP, Modbus, and BACnet

.2 Web UI or integration with Trellis™, Liebert Nform, and LIFE™ or similar services

.3 IS-RELAY Contact Card(s) for configurable input/output monitoring and control

.4 Generator load control with battery charging suppression and inverter synchronization

2.3 Battery Cabinet System

Specifications include, but are not limited to:

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.1 One (1) external battery cabinet system with ENERSYS HX400-FR or similar batteries

.2 Runtime: Minimum of 53 minutes at rated load

.3 Cabinet mounted left-attached to module

.4 No battery monitoring system required

.5 Warranty: 3–4 years depending on battery model

2.4 Maintenance Bypass Cabinet (MBC)

Specifications include, but are not limited to one (1) cabinet with the following features:

.1 Three (3) switching devices (BIB, MBB, MIB)

.2 Key interlock (SKRU)

.3 600mm (23.6 inch) frame size

.4 480V/208V input transformer included

.5 Front access service design

2.5 Startup and Warranty Services

.1 Startup and total warranty including:

.2 Parts and labor

.3 4-hour response time

.4 One (1) preventive maintenance visit during regular business hours

.5 Maintenance Bypass Cabinet (MBC) startup

2.6 Installation and Removal Requirements

.1 Removal and replacement of the existing 40kVA UPS and associated equipment

.2 Hauling the old unit off-site for disposal

.3 Installation and setup of the new UPS, including connection and termination of all associated cabling

.4 Rerouting line and load raceways to accommodate the new UPS layout

.5 Testing of line voltage and preparation for startup

.6 Testing and labeling of loads after startup, including tests under utility and generator power

.7 Inclusion of all rigging costs in proposed pricing

.8 Protection of floors with plywood and masonite prior to moving cabinets through the building

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2.7 Schedule Requirements

To minimize disruption to college operations, BC has identified preferred installation windows for the UPS replacement project. Vendors should plan their proposals to align with one of the following schedules:

.1 Option 1: Start on December 21, 2025, with installation completed by January 2, 2026

.2 Option 2: Start on Monday, March 9, 2026, with installation completed by Friday, March

13, 2026

Vendors unable to meet these preferred dates must clearly state their proposed schedule and provide justification. BC reserves the right to select the schedule that best meets institutional needs.

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Section 3 Proposal Requirements and Documents

3.1 The UPS Proposal must include the following information:

.1 A brief Qualifications Statement outlining the vendor’s relevant experience and capabilities.

.2 A list of project deliverables, including a detailed timeline for each deliverable and the overall project completion schedule.

.3 Detailed product information for the proposed UPS system, including specifications, features, and compliance with Section 2 requirements.

.4 A comprehensive price quote that includes removal of the UPS, cost of all materials, installation/setup, and any applicable discounts or alternate solutions.

.5 Three (3) references from customers who have purchased products and services of a similar scope and complexity. If the vendor has previously worked with Brazosport

College, references may be waived or supplemented.

3.2 Required response documents

The Required Forms are available in the “Attachments” section of the BC electronic bidding system, Ionwave/Euna Solutions.

In addition to the proposal requirements in section 3.1 above, each respondent must complete and return the following documents:

• Proof of Insurance

• Company W-9

• Conflict of Interest Questionnaire Form

• Exceptions (if applicable): Any exceptions to the RFP must be clearly identified and submitted in a separate section labeled “Exceptions” within the proposal response.

Important:

• For electronic submittals, the “Attributes” section of the BC electronic bidding system must be completed.

• For manual/paper submittals, print the completed “Attributes” section and include it with the physical submission.

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Section 4 Evaluation Process An Evaluation Committee (Committee) will review all proposals and make selections based on information submitted. Submit additional specialty information as an attachment. Any submittal that fails to provide the required information as listed under Section 3 Proposal Requirements and Documents will be automatically disqualified from selection.

Proposals will be evaluated using the following criteria:

Evaluation Criteria and Points Available Points

Cost Proposal 30

Technical Specifications 25

Installation Plan and Timeline 20

Vendor Experience and Qualifications 15

Proposal Quality & Completeness 10

Total Points 100

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Section 5 General Terms and Conditions The following terms and conditions are applicable to all vendors responding to sealed proposal

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5.1 Quantities Listed in Specifications

The quantities of each item listed in the attached specifications are approximations only; more or less than the quantity stated may be purchased based on actual requirements and budget availability. Items within this sealed proposal will be ordered on an as needed basis throughout the life of this contract. The ordering department will determine the quantity required and when they will be purchased during the academic year. The College will only be responsible for payment of those items actually purchased and received on a valid, signed purchase order.

A percentage discount off the manufacturer’s list price is required for items not specifically listed in the proposal specifications. This information is to be provided at the end of each product category in the item specifications.

In accordance with applicable law, the College is not obligated to purchase any products and/or services in the event that the State of Texas or the Brazosport College Board of Trustees does not allocate funds.

5.2 Interpretations of Specifications

Only interpretations or corrections to the specifications provided in writing by the Brazosport

College Purchasing Manager, Brazosport College CIO, or Brazosport College Facilities Director shall be binding. Prospective vendors are advised that no other source is authorized to provide information concerning, or explain or interpret, the proposal documents.

All requests for such interpretation or correction must be in writing addressed to Purchasing

Department, Brazosport College, 500 College Drive, Lake Jackson, Texas 77566 or by email:

purchasing@brazosport.edu. All such interpretations and supplemental instructions will be provided via email to the requesting vendor(s) or via the electronic bidding tool utilized by BC, in the form of written addenda to the proposal documents prior to the proposal opening.

5.3 Vendor Obligations

Vendor proposal documentation must be received by the Brazosport College Purchasing

Department prior to the 2:00 p.m. proposal deadline. In addition to the completed proposal specifications, a company officer or representative attesting to acknowledgment, understanding, and compliance with all applicable terms, conditions, and requirements, must sign all required proposal documentation. The individual signing the documentation must have the authority to commit and obligate the company for all terms and conditions as stated.

Reference numbers indicating specific brand names, manufacturer numbers, or vendor catalog or part numbers may accompany item descriptions in the proposal specifications to further clarify the exact product required. Vendors may propose “equivalent” items in their proposal that must meet or exceed the original specifications; however, the actual brand and vendor catalog number

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Substitutions will not be allowed after the proposal has been submitted. The vendor will not substitute a like item for any quoted item listed in its proposal without the prior written consent of the College.

Unauthorized substitution, failure of a delivered item to perform as specified or expected, or failure to meet the expected delivery schedule shall release the College from all obligations to the vendor regarding the item(s) involved.

Any requests for clarification of item specifications or requests to deviate from specifications must be submitted in writing to the Brazosport College Purchasing Department at least seven (7) business days prior to the proposal opening.

Vendors and their representatives are prohibited from contacting either in person, by telephone or via fax or email, instructional or maintenance personnel during this time of RFP process without approval from the Vice President of Financial Services and CFO or the Purchasing Department.

All hazardous material (HAZMAT) items must be identified by the vendor on the proposal submittal by indicating “HAZARDOUS” on each appropriate line item.

Any quantity or prompt-pay discounts must be listed on the proposal documentation and invoices.

The vendor at no cost to the College will promptly replace any item that does not perform as specified or fails to meet standards.

It is understood and agreed that pricing, delivery, and/or installation dates after receipt of a purchase order will not vary from the information provided by the vendor’s proposal to the

College. In its evaluation or acceptance of any proposed offer, the College is relying on the promised pricing, delivery, and/or installation dates as material and basic to its acceptance of any particular offer unless otherwise stated. In the event that the vendor fails to deliver item(s) as and when promised, the College reserves the right to cancel its order entirely or any part thereof and may return all or any part of any shipment so made. The College may charge the vendor for any cost or loss incurred as a result of such failure to deliver as promised, including any additional cost associated with procurement of items from other vendors.

Vendor must provide all information requested for each item in the proposed specifications.

Information is to be provided in the spaces provided. Proposal offers lacking full documentation will not be given consideration and will be considered non-responsive.

All proposal documentation must be complete and signed by an appropriate, authorized company officer or representative to be considered.

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5.4 College Obligations

The College reserves the right to separate and accept and/or eliminate any item(s) listed in this proposal that it deems necessary to accommodate budgetary and/or operational requirements.

The College reserves the right to reject any and/or all proposals submitted, to waive any formalities or technicalities, and to make whatever award it deems to be in the best interest of the

College.

Under section 44.031 of the Texas Education Code when determining what the best value is, Brazosport College shall consider (reference Texas Education Code, SEC 44.031(b)).

o The purchase price o The reputation of the vendor and of the vendor’s goods or services o The quality of the vendor’s goods or services o The extent to which the goods or services meet the College’s needs o The vendor’s past relationship with the College o The impact on the ability of the College to comply with laws and rules relating to historically under-utilized businesses o The total long-term cost to the College to acquire the vendor’s goods or services o For contract for goods and services, other than goods and services related to telecommunications and information services, building construction and maintenance, or instructional materials, whether the vendor or the vendor’s ultimate parent company or majority owner:

▪ Has its principal place of business in the state of Texas; or

▪ Employs at least 500 persons in the state of Texas o Any other relevant factor specifically listed in the request for bids or proposals.

5.5 State of Texas Law Requirement

The following information is included in the terms and conditions of all proposals in accordance with applicable Texas law. Each vendor must respond to this section as a requirement of the law.

On May 30, 1995, Senate Bill 1 was signed by Governor George Bush and made effective as follows:

Senate Bill 1, section 44.034, Notification of Criminal History of Contractor

(a) A person or business entity that enters into a contract with a school district must give advance notice to the district if the person or an owner or operator of the business entity has been convicted of a felony.

(b) A school district may terminate a contract with a person or business entity if the district determines that the person or business entity failed to give notice as required by Subsection

(a) or misrepresented the conduct resulting in the conviction. The district must compensate the person or business entity for services performed before termination of the contract.

(c) This section does not apply to a publicly held corporation.

Note: Completed form must be attached to RFP when submitted.

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5.6 State of Texas Government Codes

State of Texas Government Code 2270 (HB 89) prohibits governmental entities from contracting with companies who boycott Israel. The District will review Texas Comptroller website list of companies known to have contracts with or provide supplies or services to a foreign terrorist organization.

State of Texas Government Code 2252 Contracting with Governmental Entities prohibits governmental entities from contracting with Iran, Sudan, or any known terrorist organization.

The District will review Texas Comptroller website list of companies known to have contracts with or provide supplies or services to a foreign terrorist organization

Note: Completed form must be attached to RFP when submitted. Form is included in RFP.

5.7 State of Texas Government Code

State of Texas Government Code 2270 (HB 89) prohibits governmental entities from contracting with companies who boycott Israel. The District will review Texas Comptroller website list of companies known to have contracts with or provide supplies or services to a foreign terrorist organization.

State of Texas Government Code 2252 Contracting with Governmental Entities prohibits governmental entities from contracting with Iran, Sudan, or any known terrorist organization.

The District will review Texas Comptroller website list of companies known to have contracts with or provide supplies or services to a foreign terrorist organization

Note: Completed form must be attached to RFP when submitted. Form is included in RFP.

5.8 Debarment

Any proposer or any principals of a proposing company that are presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from covered transactions by any Federal or State Government entity shall be considered ineligible to be awarded a contract by Brazosport College.

5.9 Conflict of Interest

The following information is included in the terms and conditions of all proposals in accordance with applicable State of Texas Government Code Chapter 176:

On May 23, 2005, the Texas Senate passed House Bill No. 914, adding Chapter 176 to the Local

Government Code, and imposing new disclosure and reporting obligations on vendors and potential vendors to local government entities beginning January 1, 2006. Vendors doing business with Brazosport College are subject to Chapter 176 found in the Local Government

Code. Failure to abide by these new statutory requirements can result in possible criminal penalties as a Class C misdemeanor.

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(a) An individual or business entity that contracts or seeks to contract for the sale or purchase of property, goods, or services with the College must complete and submit a CIQ (Conflict of Interest Questionnaire).

(b) The CIQ form must be filed within seven days of beginning contract negotiations, or submitting an application, bid, response to a request for proposal, correspondence, or other writing related to a potential agreement with the

College.

(c) Upon completion, CIQ forms should be returned to Brazosport College, Purchasing Department, 500 College Drive, Lake Jackson, TX 77566.

5.10 State of Texas Government Code 2252.908

Brazosport College is required to comply with House Bill 1295, which amended the Texas

Government Code by adding Section 2252.9018, Disclosure of Interested Parties. Section

2252.908 prohibits Brazosport College from entering into a contract resulting from this sealed bid/proposal with a business entity unless the business entity submits a Disclosure of Interested

Parties (Form 1295) to Brazosport College at the time the business entity submits the signed bid/proposal/contract. The Texas Ethics Commission has adopted rules requiring the business entity to file Form 1295 electronically with the Texas Ethics Commission. The following definitions apply:

(1) “Business Entity” means an entity recognized by law through which business is conducted, including a sole proprietorship, partnership, or corporation. TEX. GOV’T

CODE § 2252.908(1).

(2) “Interested Party” means a person: a) who has a controlling interest in a business entity with whom Brazosport College contracts; or b) who actively participates in facilitating the contract or negotiating the terms of the contract, including a broker, intermediary, adviser, or attorney for the business entity. TEX. GOV’T CODE §

2252.908(3).

(3) “Controlling interest” means: a) an ownership interest or participating interest in a business entity by virtue of units, percentage, shares, stock, or otherwise that exceeds 10 percent; b) membership on the board of directors or other governing body of a business entity of which the board or other governing body is composed of not more than 10 members; or c) service as an officer of a business entity that has four or fewer officers, or service as one of the four officers most highly compensated by a business entity that has more than four officers. TEX. ETHICS COMM. RULE 46.3(c).

(4) “Intermediary” means a person who actively participates in the facilitation of the contract or negotiating the contract, including a broker, adviser, attorney, or representative of or agent for the business entity who: a) receives compensation from the business entity for the person’s participation; b) communicates directly with the governmental entity or state agency on behalf of the business entity regarding the contract; and c) is not an employee of the business entity. TEX. ETHICS COMM. RULE

46.3(e).

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As a “business entity”, all vendors must: Complete Form 1295 electronically with the Texas

Ethics Commission using the online filing application, which can be found at:

https://www.ethics.state.tx.us/filinginfo/1295/

- All vendors must complete Form 1295, even if no interested parties exist

- In Section 2, insert “Brazosport College”

- In Section 3, insert the “Brazosport College Sealed Proposal RFP 2025.09” for this sealed proposal

Brazosport College must acknowledge the receipt of the filed Form 1295 by notifying the Texas

Ethics Commission of the receipt of the filed Form 1295 no later than the 30th day after the

Board of Trustees approved award date that the contract binds all parties to the contract. After

Brazosport College acknowledges the Form 1295, the Texas Ethics Commission will post the completed Form 1295 to its website within seven business days after receiving notice from

Brazosport College.

The Conflict of Interest Questionnaire Form 1295, that your company received from the Texas

Ethics Commission, must be signed, and included in your submission.

Awarded contractor will be responsible for complying with Texas Government Code 2252.908 in regards to House Bill 1295 relating to the disclosure of research, research sponsors, and interested parties by persons contracting with governmental entities and state agencies, which applies to a contract entered into on or after January 1, 2016. A governmental entity or state agency may not enter into a contract with a business entity unless the business entity submits a disclosure of interested parties to the governmental entity or state agency at the time the business entity submits the signed contract to the governmental entity or state agency.

5.11 Open Records Act

The Public Information Act, formerly known as the Open Records Act, is located at chapter 552 of the Government Code. Any information collected, assembled, or maintained by or for

Brazosport College is subject to the Public Information Act. Brazosport College is required to release information that is not confidential by law. Confidential (non-releasable) information includes social security numbers, e-mail addresses and reference statements. Non-confidential

(releasable) information includes addresses, dates of birth, phone numbers, branches, and employment information.

5.12 General Conditions

Vendors are notified that although the College is required to submit purchases of $100,000 or greater to competitive bidding or proposals, it is not required to accept the lowest proposal. In such purchasing, the lowest proposal may be rejected if the Brazosport College Board of

Trustees, in the exercise of its best judgment, feels that the proposal of a vendor other than the lowest proposer will best serve the interest of the College by providing the best value. The

College shall consider the price; reputation of the vendor and the vendor’s goods or services; the quality of the goods or services; the extent to which the goods or services meet the College’s needs; the vendor’s past relationship with the College; the long term cost to the College to https://www.ethics.state.tx.us/filinginfo/1295/

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Brazosport College reserves the right to accept or reject any and/or all proposals by item or in its entirety and to waive all technicalities. This inquiry implies no obligation on the part of the buyer, nor does the buyer’s silence imply any acceptance or rejection of any proposal offer.

5.13 Price Quotations

Proposal prices may not be withdrawn for a period of 60 days after the proposal opening date.

Proposal unit price based on quantity specified. If unable to propose the specified product (i.e., brand, manufacturer, model, etc.), the actual product proposed as “equivalent” must be specified.

Vendor must provide complete descriptive literature and/or samples of all proposed “equivalent” products. Appropriate College personnel will be the sole judge regarding the acceptability of any items proposed as “equivalent” by the vendor.

Delivery, Freight, Shipping and Handling costs must be included in unit price for all items.

Additional charges such as hazardous material fees, fuel surcharges, special packaging fees, etc. are to be provided on the Vendor Information form.

Proposing by complete packages as organized in the item specifications is preferred; however, proposals may be awarded on one or all items listed. The College reserves the right to purchase items as a group from one vendor or individually from different vendors.

Applicable Texas law requires that businesses operating outside the State of Texas give a percentage cost added to a proposal, if the state will reciprocate a percentage increase in a Texas proposal. This information is to be provided on the Vendor Information form.

All products must be proposed as requested on the attached pages. Proposals not quoted in the manner requested will be considered non-responsive.

5.14 Price Guarantees

The College requests that proposal prices remain effective for the period beginning < > and ending < >. Proposals extended beyond < >. may not be accepted. Exceptions to this provision will require the specific written approval of the Purchasing Department.

5.15 Warranties

Detailed documentation of all warranties must be provided with each vendor’s bid.

5.16 Proposal Delivery

To be considered a responsive offer, proposals may be submitted electronically using the current electronic bidding system, utilized by Brazosport College.

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Proposals may be mailed or delivered by courier or hand delivered by a vendor representative.

Regardless of delivery method, the proposal must be received by the Brazosport College

Purchasing Department, 500 College Drive, Room C127, Lake Jackson, TX 77566 prior to the proposal deadline. Proposals received after the deadline will not be opened, read, evaluated, or recorded; and will be returned to the vendor unopened.

Manul/paper proposals must be received in a sealed envelope with the Brazosport College proposal number RFP 2025.09 UPS identified on the front, bottom left hand corner. Therefore, email or fax transmittal of proposals will not be accepted under any circumstances.

5.17 Force Majeure

Force Majeure means a delay may be encountered by a party in the performance of its obligations under this agreement, which is caused by an event beyond the reasonable control of that party. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, “Force Majeure” shall include but not be restricted to the following types of events: acts of God or public enemy; acts of governmental or regulatory authorities; fires, floods, epidemics, or serious accidents; unusually server weather conditions; strikes, lockouts, or other labor disputes; and defaults by subcontractors. In the event of Force Majeure, the affected party shall not be deemed to have violated its obligations under this agreement, and the time for performance of any obligations of that party shall be extended by a period of time necessary to overcome the effects of the Force Majeure, proved that the foregoing shall not prevent this agreement from terminating in accordance with the termination provisions. If any event constituting a Force Majeure occurs, the affected party shall notify the other parties in writing, within twenty-four (24) hours, and disclose the estimated length of delay, and cause of the delay. Should a proposal deadline be compromised due to inclement weather or other situation where Brazosport College offices are closed, proposals will be accepted the next open business day at the same time as the originally scheduled proposal opening.

5.18 Awarding the Proposal

The successful vendor will be selected based on the criteria listed above in the paragraph entitled

“College Obligations”.

The College prefers to award by total package or aggregate cost, whichever it deems is in the best interest of the College; however, proposal on complete packages is not required. The

College reserves the right to group items or packages for award purposes.

The College reserves the right to award to multiple or single vendors. If the vendor does not wish the proposal submitted to be split, it must specify “all or nothing” on the proposal document.

Following the contract award, additional products of the same general category that could have been encompassed in the award of this contract and are not already on the contract, may be added.

5.19 Vendor of Record

Once the successful vendor has been qualified by the criteria mentioned; this vendor will become

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The vendor of record is defined as the sole supplier to the College of the item(s) awarded.

5.20 Purchase Orders

All orders will be initiated by a Brazosport College purchase order. A valid, numbered purchase order will be mailed, emailed, or faxed to the vendor by the Brazosport College Purchasing

Department. Orders will not be placed by telephone, except in emergency circumstances.

Brazosport College will not be responsible for any goods delivered or services performed without its valid purchase order signed by an authorized representative.

Authorized Brazosport College Purchasing Department personnel will notify the vendor of all adjustments and cancellations to any purchase order.

5.21 Tax Exemption

Brazosport College is exempt from federal excise taxes as well as all state and local sales taxes.

These taxes are not to be included in the proposal nor on any invoices for goods or services. If taxes are included in the vendor proposal, it will not be included in the evaluation or award. Tax exemption certificates shall be furnished upon request.

5.22 Delivery Expectations

All deliveries must be FOB, Brazosport College, 500 College Drive, Lake Jackson, Texas 77566.

Shipments are to be delivered to the receiving department during normal hours of operation or to another location as specified by the College. Normal operating hours are Monday through

Thursday from 8:00 am until 5:00 pm and Friday 8:00 am until 11:00 am, excluding College holidays.

The normal number of days after receipt of purchase order that delivery should be expected must be specified on the proposal for each product category in the item specifications. The vendor must notify the Brazosport College Purchasing Department in the event that product delivery will be delayed beyond the time period specified.

All shipments must be accompanied by a packing list or other similar documentation.

Documentation must include the vendor name, an itemized list of the items and quantities, and the Brazosport College purchase order number.

Inspection, Rejection and Excess Shipment

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(c) to reject articles shipped contrary to instruction or in containers that do not meet recognized standards and

(d) to cancel the order if not filled within the time specified. The College may return rejected articles or excess shipment on the order , or may hold the articles subject to the vendor’s order and at their risk and expense and may in either event charge the vendor with the cost of shipping, unpacking, inspecting, repacking, reshipping, and other like expense.

5.23 Complaint and Dispute Resolutions

The dispute resolution process provided for in Chapter 2260, State of Texas Gov’t Code must be used by Brazosport College and the proposer to attempt to resolve any dispute arising under any contract resulting from this sealed proposal.

• Written notification, including list of complaints shall be in writing to all parties via email or USPS mail within five business days from receipt of items ordered.

• Negotiation and mediation must begin no later than the 30th day after the date the claim is received in an effort to resolve the dispute.

5.24 Insurance Requirements

The selected vendor will be required to supply an insurance certificate naming the College as an additional insured if services are performed on site.

• Commercial General Liability- $1,000,000 bodily injury, $1,000,000 property damage.

• Automobile Liability- $1,000,000 bodily injury, $1,000,000 property damage.

• Worker Compensation- Each accident- $1,000,000, disease policy limit- $1,000,000, disease each employee- $1,000,000.

The insurance requirements also apply to any sub-contractor(s) in the event that any work is sublet. The vendor is responsible to insure that the sub-contractors meet the minimum insurance requirement limits according to the law.

Should any of the policies be canceled before the expiration date, the issuing company will mail thirty (30) days written notice to the certificate holder, Brazosport College.

The vendor shall be required to waive all right of subrogation against the College, its officials, employees, and volunteers for losses arising from work performed by vendor.

The vendor shall be required to hold the College harmless from, and indemnify it against, all liability, including attorney’s fees, which may arise from and accrue directly from the performance of the work or any obligation of the vendor or failure of the vendor to perform any work or obligation provided for in this agreement.

5.25 Invoice and Payment Terms

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Vendor must submit invoices for each purchase order after receipt of goods and/or services.

Invoices must be itemized, indicate the Brazosport College purchase order number, and any additional charges (i.e., hazardous material fees, fuel surcharges, etc.) must be listed separately.

The vendor must identify all items requiring a hazardous material fee at the time of proposal submittal in order for hazardous material fees to be paid by Brazosport College.

Invoices without reference to the purchase order may delay payment to the vendor. Invoices should be emailed to accounts.payable@brazosport.edu or mailed to the Accounts Payable

Department, Brazosport College, 500 College Drive, Lake Jackson, Texas 77566.

Upon receipt of a properly executed invoice, verification, and approval of delivery from the ordering department, payment will be processed net 30 days from invoice date for items or services delivered. Unless otherwise stated on the invoice.

Vendor should inform the Brazosport College Accounts Payable Department of any changes involving the remittance address.

Purchase of awarded proposal items is based solely on availability of current budgeted funds and actual requirements. Any or all items awarded as a result of the proposal process may not be purchased if budgeted funds are not available. Brazosport College will only be responsible for payment of items actually ordered by a valid, signed purchase order and receipt of the correct item(s).

5.26 Where to Ask Questions

Brazosport College

Cara Green, Purchasing Manager

E-mail: purchasing@brazosport.edu mailto:accounts.payable@brazosport.edu