540-550667 - AED 3 Replacement CPR Uni-Padz III

The state of Alabama, specifically targeting Clarke County, is seeking to procure Zoll AED 3 Replacement CPR Uni-Padz III for multiple district locations, including District 54 Office, Hwy 82 Rest Area, I65 Northbound and Southbound Rest Areas, Centreville Project Office, and Clanton Project Office. This procurement is intended to ensure medical emergency preparedness across these sites by replacing existing automated external defibrillator (AED) equipment. The contract opportunity, identified by the number 540-550667, was posted on February 21, 2025, with a response deadline of February 26, 2025. Potential vendors must be registered in Alabama Buys and submit responses electronically through the system. While specific evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, vendors will likely be assessed on product compatibility, technical specifications, pricing, and ability to meet the state's emergency medical equipment requirements. Compliance with the standard boilerplate terms, including E-Verify enrollment and tax collection requirements, will be critical for successful bidders.

The procurement appears to be open to all qualified vendors without explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must be registered with the Alabama Secretary of State if they are foreign entities and must comply with the state's standard terms and conditions as outlined in the attached Quick Quote Standard Boilerplate document. While no specific budget range or award value is disclosed, the scope suggests a moderate-value procurement focused on medical safety equipment. The successful vendor will need to provide AED replacement padz compatible with Zoll AED 3 units and demonstrate the ability to distribute equipment to multiple state facility locations. Integration requirements appear minimal, as the procurement seems focused on direct equipment replacement for existing AED infrastructure. Interested suppliers should carefully review the standard boilerplate document, which outlines comprehensive requirements for cost analysis, price reasonableness, payment processes, and vendor certifications.