2025038-BID2510 Scott 3M Airpak XD's

Columbia County Board of Commissioners, in collaboration with Columbia County Fire Services, is seeking competitive bids for 30 new, unused 3M Scott Air Pak XD self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) with Personal Alert Safety System (PASS) devices. The procurement specifically requires strict adherence to NFPA 1981, 2018 Edition certification standards, with no alternate products permitted. Mandatory specifications include padded parachute buckle harnesses, E-Z Flo+ regulators, and a Pak-Tracker console. Electronic bids must be submitted via Bonfire Interactive by December 4, 2025, at 12:00 PM E.T., with a virtual public bid opening scheduled for 2:00 PM E.T. the same day via WebEx. The deadline for submitting questions is November 26, 2025, at 5:00 PM E.T. Delivery will be FOB to Columbia County Fire Station #2 in Evans, GA, and the vendor must coordinate delivery with a designated County representative. Evaluation criteria will focus on selecting the lowest responsive, responsible bidder based on total price and optional item selection.

The solicitation does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The bid requires vendors to maintain comprehensive general liability insurance of at least $2,000,000 per occurrence, with Columbia County named as an additional insured party. Bids will remain irrevocable for 60 days following the closing time, and the County reserves the right to terminate the contract for issues such as delivery delays, non-conforming equipment, or substandard products. While a specific award value is not disclosed, the procurement involves 30 SCBA units with associated equipment. The vendor must provide a manufacturer's warranty beginning at unit acceptance and supply maintenance recommendations upon delivery. No federal excise taxes or Georgia sales taxes should be included in pricing, and the County retains the right to accept or reject any or all bids and waive formalities.