Emergency Medical Equipment/Supplies

Clayton County, Georgia is conducting a sole source procurement for emergency medical equipment through its Central Services department, specifically targeting the Clayton County Fire Department's acquisition of EZ-IO intraosseous vascular access system components. The procurement, identified as Requisition #2184 SS #25-129, seeks to purchase EZ-IO 25MM and 45MM needles along with EZ Stabilizers, a specialized medical device technology. The public notice period for this procurement is open from August 12, 2025, to August 19, 2025, with a proposal due date of August 19, 2025. Teleflex Inc. has been identified as the sole source provider for this proprietary battery-operated medical device, which offers unique capabilities including a 48-hour dwell time for vascular access. The procurement is supported by a Teleflex Sole Source Verification Letter that explicitly outlines the exclusive distribution channels for the EZ-IO system. Potential suppliers can contact the procurement representative Sydney Kudlacz at 470-602-3335 for additional information.

This procurement appears to be a standard county-level purchase without specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. The sole source nature of the procurement effectively limits competitive bidding, as Teleflex is the exclusive manufacturer and distributor of the EZ-IO system for non-federal government accounts. While specific budget or award values are not explicitly stated, the procurement is focused on specialized medical equipment for emergency medical services. The technology being procured is a proprietary intraosseous vascular access device, which suggests a specialized and potentially high-value purchase. Teleflex emphasizes that products purchased outside their direct sales channels may be considered counterfeit or improperly stored, and will not be supported by manufacturer warranties. The county has attached documentation verifying the sole source status, including a manufacturer's letter and a public notice of proposed award, which substantiates the procurement approach.