Air Filters

Muskegon County is conducting a competitive bid (RFB 24-2515) for a comprehensive air filter procurement for county facilities, seeking a qualified supplier to provide a diverse range of high-quality air filtration products. The solicitation covers multiple filter types including MERV 8 Pleated filters, MERV 14 Box Filters, Bag Filters, O/W Pads, and Polylink filters in extensive size ranges, with annual quantities varying from 1 to 770 units per filter type. The bid requires vendors to submit detailed pricing for 57 distinct air filter configurations, with specifications demanding compliance with ASHRAE Standard 52.2, UL 900 classification, and specific performance metrics such as initial resistance, dust holding capacity, and operating temperature. Key procurement dates include a deadline for questions on June 11, 2024, and a bid submission deadline of June 18, 2024 at 10:00 AM, with bids to be submitted electronically through the Bidnet system. Vendors must provide comprehensive product test reports, meet ISO 9001:2015 certification, and offer pricing that includes all associated costs such as shipping and handling, with the contract structured as a one-year agreement with three potential one-year renewal options.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract is structured as an all-or-none solicitation, requiring vendors to bid on all items to be considered for award, with anticipated shipments to three county locations: Jail, South Campus Facilities, and Marquette Building, totaling approximately eight shipments annually. No bid bond, performance bond, or payment bond is required, and vendors are not mandated to provide samples at the time of bid, though comprehensive product documentation is essential. While specific budget allocations are not explicitly stated, the extensive filter specifications and multi-year contract structure suggest a significant ongoing facilities maintenance requirement. Vendors must provide insurance coverage, including worker's compensation, commercial general liability, and automobile liability, with Muskegon County to be named as an additional insured. The county will select the lowest-priced bidder meeting all technical specifications, with the bid remaining valid for 90 days from submission.