Batteries, utility, purchase and delivery of

Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners, Purchasing Department, issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the purchase and delivery of utility batteries under a term contract. The procurement seeks two types of batteries: 200 units annually of Odyssey Model ODX-AGM31 (or equal) batteries with BCI Group 31 specifications featuring 12V voltage, minimum 2150 Pulse Hot Cranking Amps, and minimum 1150 Cold Cranking Amps; and 200 units annually of Odyssey Model ODX-AGM34 (or equal) batteries with BCI Group 34 specifications featuring 12V voltage, minimum 1500 Pulse Hot Cranking Amps, and minimum 850 Cold Cranking Amps. Quotations must be submitted to the Purchasing Department no later than 4:00 P.M. Palm Beach County Local Time on July 8, 2021, via fax or email. The contract term shall be twelve months or until the estimated amount is expended, with an option to renew for four additional twelve-month periods upon mutual written agreement. Quoters must submit firm, fixed unit pricing within two decimal points and bid on all items to be considered responsive. Vendors must be registered in the County's Vendor Self Service system and comply with all applicable certifications, licenses, and permits requirements. Batteries must be new, pure lead AGM technology stock with manufacturer information and delivery date markings, backed by factory/manufacturer warranty against defects, and must be delivered within three calendar days of receiving a delivery order with FOB point at destination.

The County shall award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible quoter on an all-or-none, total offer basis, subject to Small/Minority/Women-Owned Business Enterprise provisions and Local Preference provisions, whereby certified small businesses within 10% of the lowest bid may receive preference. Vendors are responsible for all transportation charges and liability, with payment rendered only upon satisfaction and acceptance of delivered items following submission of invoices to the Finance Department that include catalog numbers, descriptions, and prices. The County is exempt from federal and state taxes. No specific incumbent vendors or budget range was identified in the procurement documents provided. The evaluation criteria prioritize responsiveness and responsibility, with consideration given to disadvantaged and women-owned business enterprises, making this opportunity available to a broad range of qualified suppliers.