Furnish and Deliver Wireless AirLink 5G Modems

Pinellas County is seeking to establish a contract for the procurement of 20 Sierra XR80 LTE-A-Pro 5G routers through Invitation to Quote #23-0835-ITQ. The county requires wireless modems with dual serial capabilities for North America, specifically to establish communication with signal devices in areas without fiber communications infrastructure. The solicitation was released on July 20, 2023, with proposals due by August 3, 2023, at 3:00 pm, to be submitted electronically via OpenGov. Vendors must provide a comprehensive unit price that includes a DC power cable, a three-year warranty, one year of AirLink Complete support, a Verizon Wireless 5G Industrial SIM Card, antennas, and adapters. The contract will have an initial duration of twelve months, with potential extensions for up to four additional twelve-month periods, contingent on mutual agreement and maintaining the same pricing terms. Vendors must be prepared to deliver network-ready modems, coordinate activation, set up SIM cards, configure devices, conduct testing, and provide labeling. Delivery will be accepted only Monday through Thursday between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM at a specified Clearwater, Florida address.

The county has incorporated a Small Business Enterprise (SBE) preference program, which may provide advantages to certified small businesses. Vendors must submit a certificate of insurance meeting specific requirements and complete a W-9 form. The procurement process includes a vendor references requirement, mandating bidders to provide contact information for at least four customers who have received similar contract services, with the explicit instruction that Pinellas County government references will not be accepted. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the procurement is for 20 wireless modems with comprehensive support and accessories. Payment terms are set at net 45 days, in accordance with Florida Statute 218.73, and the county's policy is to accept the lowest responsive and responsible submittal that meets the specifications. Vendors must demonstrate proper corporate identity registered with the Florida Division of Corporations and agree to all solicitation conditions, including insurance requirements.