2024-006 - Scott SCBA Equipment and Supplies

The state of Georgia, through Cherokee County, is seeking proposals for the procurement of multiple Scott products including Scott Cylinders and Scott Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) Harness. The initial order quantities are 35 units of 45-minute, 4500 PSI cylinders, 13 units of X3-pro SCBAs, and 100 units of AV3000HT Facepieces in various sizes. The County is also seeking options to purchase additional SCBA equipment on an as-needed basis for a five-year period, with no guaranteed minimum or maximum quantity order. The procurement is being conducted through RFP# 2024-006, and the solicitation is posted on the BidNet Direct platform. The RFP was advertised for the standard length of time, and one proposal was received from the incumbent supplier, Fisher Scientific Company, LLC. The source selection method is "Other," and the total contract value is $163,940.00.

The procurement is for a limited market, as the County is standardized to the Scott (3M) manufacturer for consistency and safety. All known suppliers were contacted, and one additional supplier stated an intent to propose but did not submit an offer. The proposed pricing from Fisher Scientific Company was lower than the Independent Price Estimate and other government contract vehicles, so it was determined to be a fair and reasonable price. The pricing is valid until March 1, 2024, with an option for the County to purchase additional quantities at 34% off list price in years 2-5 of the contract, contingent upon maintaining a quantity within 20% of the initial order. The contract will be funded from the Fire Fund.