NRBA_-_026-RW-1025First_Aid_Supplies.pdf

This document is a Notice of Recommended Bid Award from the School Board of Polk County, Florida's Purchasing Department for Bid File Number 026-RW-1025, titled "First Aid Supplies - Stock". The bid seeks to establish a one-year contract for procuring 33 different first aid and medical supply items to be delivered to the district's warehouse. The recommended bid award will be presented to the Superintendent for approval on October 31, 2024, with vendors recommended for various bid items including Bound Tree Medical, LLC; Henry Schein Inc.; Medical Equipment Sales; Nashville Medical & EMS Products, Inc.; Pyramid School Products; School Health Corporation; and The Soomitz Group, LLC. The posting time is from 10:00 AM on 10/28/24 until 10:00 AM on 10/31/24, with some items (11, 27, 31) receiving no acceptable bids, for which quotes will be obtained as necessary.

The document indicates that vendors will be awarded specific bid items, with multiple vendors potentially receiving awards for different line items. The bid includes provisions for bid protest procedures, warning that failure to follow established requirements could result in a waiver of protest rights. The procurement allows for flexibility in obtaining quotes and potentially purchasing additional quantities during the contract period. Notably, the document emphasizes compliance with Florida Statutes and requires vendors to adhere to specific bidding and legal requirements. Questions about the recommendation can be directed to Robert Woods in the Purchasing Department, with the document signed and dated by the evaluator and reviewer on 10/19/23 and 10/23/24 respectively.