Arjo Concerto Shower Trolley

The State of Utah's Division of Purchasing, specifically for the Utah State Developmental Center (USDC), issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered LC17056 to procure two Arjo Concerto Shower Trolleys (Model BAB1000-01) for their 24/7 intermediate care facility serving over 200 intellectually and physically disabled individuals. The procurement sought medical equipment specifically designed for patient transport and rehabilitation, with a clear emphasis on maintaining consistent equipment standards within their facility. The solicitation required bidders to submit comprehensive vendor information, provide a point-by-point response to mandatory minimum requirements, and adhere to strict communication protocols, prohibiting direct contact with procurement staff except through the designated procurement officer. The bid was opened on November 10, 2016, and closed on November 22, 2016, with a requested delivery date of November 22, 2016. Evaluation criteria focused on responsiveness, vendor responsibility, and identifying the lowest qualified bidder, with potential disqualification for submitting multiple or alternate bids.

The procurement did not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract was ultimately awarded to Modern Imaging Solutions, Inc. as the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. While specific budget details were not disclosed in the available documentation, the procurement was for specialized medical equipment with a narrow, specific model requirement. The solicitation required bidders to maintain applicable licenses and demonstrate capability to provide the precise equipment specified by the USDC. No information was provided about incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure requirements for integration. The procurement process emphasized technical compliance, vendor qualifications, and meeting the precise equipment specifications needed by the developmental center's patient care environment.