Gym Equipment

Sarasota County is conducting a Quick Quote (QQ) solicitation for gym equipment to be installed at a new fire department facility located at 6062 Porter Way, Sarasota, FL 34232. The procurement specifically seeks multiple HOIST functional training systems (Mi1, Mi5, Mi6, Mi7, MiSMITH, Mi7SMITH), Hampton Urethane Dumbbells, an Olympic Weight Tree, Hampton Urethane Olympic Grip Plate Set, and a Life Fitness Club Series Treadmill. All equipment must be new and of the most current version, with bidders required to provide references demonstrating experience with the specified products. The solicitation was released on May 9, 2025, with questions due by May 13, 2025, and bid responses required by May 14, 2025, at 10:00 am. The county will award the contract to the responsive and responsible bidder providing the lowest total bid price, with a strict quote threshold of $50,000. The equipment must be delivered and installed prior to June 6, 2025, with installation to be coordinated with the Assistant Chief of Logistics.

The solicitation does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. Vendors must submit bids electronically through the ProcureNow portal and comply with comprehensive insurance requirements, including Commercial General Liability coverage of $500,000 or $1,000,000 per occurrence, Business Auto Liability of $500,000, and Workers Compensation with statutory limits. Sarasota County will be named as an additional insured on Commercial General Liability policies. Vendors are permitted to quote unit prices that can be honored for up to 30 days after award, with potential extension to one year if the vendor agrees. The county may purchase additional quantities at the quoted unit price during this period, but total purchases cannot exceed $50,000. All quotes must include shipping, handling, delivery, and installation costs, and should not include taxes, as Sarasota County is tax-exempt. A minimum one-year warranty is required for all equipment, and bidders must provide comprehensive documentation demonstrating compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.