Zoom Bid Opening Instructions 4.9.25~3.docx

The document is a Zoom meeting invitation for a bid opening issued by Marion County and the City of Salem, Oregon, concerning Bid No. 256018 for Muck Boots. The procurement seeks 75 total boots across four specific types: 60 Composite Protective Toe boots, 5 16" Tall Chore boots, 5 Steel Toe boots, and 5 Wide Calf Steel Toe boots. The bid is scheduled to close on April 9, 2025, at 11:00 AM Pacific Time, with an initial contract term running through June 30, 2026, and potential for four additional one-year renewal periods subject to city approval and satisfactory performance. Delivery expectations include a five-city-business-day turnaround, with goods to be delivered to the City Warehouse in Salem, Oregon.

The procurement allows for cooperative purchasing by other public agencies and requires bidders to submit pricing for all items, with the contract to be awarded to the lowest responsive bidder. Pricing will remain firm for the initial term, with potential price adjustments limited to a maximum of 15% increase during any 30-day period. Technical specifications mandate 100% waterproofing, compliance with safety standards ASTM F2413-18 and CSA Grade 1, electric shock resistance, and performance across temperatures ranging from sub-freezing to 65F. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned, bidders will be evaluated based on responsiveness, pricing, and ability to meet technical specifications, suggesting a comprehensive approach to acquiring specialized work boots for municipal employees.