Advanced Life Support Solutions and IV Sets

The City of Tampa's Fire Rescue Department is seeking bids for Advanced Life Support Solutions and IV Sets through Invitation to Bid (ITB) No. 25-P-00033. The procurement encompasses a comprehensive range of medical supplies, including IV solution sets, sodium chloride irrigation solution, dextrose solutions, magnesium sulfate, IV connectors, and other medical consumables. Bidders must submit electronic proposals through the OpenGov eProcurement Portal by 5:00 pm on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, with a proposed contract period of three years and potential for one additional two-year renewal. Vendors are required to submit proof of licensing and Permit Number (for non-wholesalers) or a Direct Purchase Statement (for wholesalers), with failure to provide these documents resulting in bid disqualification. The bid allows for price adjustments after the first year, limited to the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U), and includes quantities ranging from 13 to 27,552 units across various medical supply categories.

The procurement emphasizes participation of Women/Minority Business Enterprises (WMBE) and Small Local Business Enterprises (SLBE), offering bid discounts up to 5% for City-certified SLBE and underutilized WMBE vendors. Bidders must complete Diversity Management Initiative (DMI) forms, including Form MBD-30 for subcontractor payment tracking and Form MBD-40 as a Letter of Intent for WMBE/SLBE subcontractor utilization. The total department budget for this procurement is $90,000, with the City reserving the right to extend the contract unilaterally for up to three additional 30-day periods. Vendors must comply with various requirements, including E-Verify for employment eligibility, public records laws, and non-discrimination policies. Additional compliance is required with OSHA Hazard Communication Standard guidelines, specifically the Safety Data Sheets (SDS) format, ensuring comprehensive safety documentation for the medical supplies being procured.