26-010 medical supplies

The Houston County School District is soliciting bids for medical supplies through Invitation to Bid (ITB) #26-010, with proposals due on August 14, 2025, at 2:00 PM EST. The procurement covers a comprehensive range of medical and hygiene supplies, including cotton applicators, adhesive bandages, paper cups, gauze pads, hand sanitizers, gauze sponges, vaseline packets, antiseptic wipes, baby wipes, and flushable wipes. Vendors must submit bids on a USB flash drive in Excel format, accompanied by a hardcopy of documentation and specific attachments (A, B, and C). The district requires sample submissions for any brand or model not specifically specified, with samples due by the bid deadline. Evaluation criteria extend beyond pricing, considering factors such as delivery timing, vendor performance history, and the ability to provide alternative brands. The district reserves the right to award the contract to one or more vendors, with no guaranteed quantities, and will make the award within 60 days of the bid opening date. Pricing terms require vendors to include all costs associated with purchasing, packing, and transporting items, with the school district exempt from state sales and federal excise taxes.

While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned in the documentation, the bid allows for significant vendor flexibility. Vendors must hold their pricing firm for six months and can potentially use credit card payments, though additional fees may apply. The contract is non-exclusive, meaning the Houston County School District retains the right to purchase from any vendor at any time. The procurement covers quantities ranging from 10 to 350 units per item type, with preferences for brands like Schell Health, Moore, Kentron, Pro Med, Nice/Clean, and Medline. Although a specific contract value is not disclosed, the comprehensive list of medical supplies suggests a potentially substantial procurement opportunity for qualified vendors. The bid emphasizes a competitive procurement process that prioritizes comprehensive product information, packaging specifications, delivery timeframes, and the potential for alternative product submissions.