Colvin Strength Equipment

Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology (OSUIT), a branch campus of Oklahoma State University located in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) numbered OSUA&M-RFQ-000449-2018 for the Colvin Strength Equipment project. The procurement focused on the delivery of a comprehensive Heavy Equipment Operator Training Program, specifically seeking strength and medical equipment for the OSU Colvin Center. The solicitation was open from April 2, 2018, to April 20, 2018, with potential bidders required to review and certify agreement to attached terms and conditions, complete a Non-collusion Certificate, and submit a Certificate of Compliance. The RFQ involved two primary commodity codes: Sports and Recreational Equipment and Medical Equipment, with payment terms structured as 0% 30, Net 30. Brandon Cook from Oklahoma State University served as the primary contact for the procurement, and the solicitation required vendors to provide detailed documentation and demonstrate compliance with specified requirements.

The procurement did not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Life Fitness was ultimately awarded the contract, indicating successful vendor qualification and compliance with the RFQ specifications. While specific award values were not disclosed in the available documentation, the solicitation was clearly focused on procuring strength equipment for the training program. The jurisdictions involved in this procurement included Muskogee County and multiple designations of Oklahoma City, suggesting a localized but comprehensive procurement effort. The procurement process required potential vendors to submit comprehensive documentation, including frequently asked questions, specifications, bid documents, and trade-in information, demonstrating a thorough and structured approach to selecting an equipment provider for the training program.