Hearing Protection Devices

The State of Florida, Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for the purchase of approximately 1,000 hearing protection devices for law enforcement use. The ITB is being conducted pursuant to Chapters 943 and 287 of the Florida Statutes, and Rule 60A-1 of the Florida Administrative Code. The FDLE intends to make a single award from this ITB and issue a Purchase Order. The estimated quantity is subject to increase or decrease as necessary for the Law Enforcement Hearing Protection Pilot Program. Bids are due on January 31, 2023 by 3:00 PM EST, and the awarded Bidder's price is to remain firm for one (1) year from the issuance of the initial Purchase Order, as additional orders may be requested. Pricing shall include all charges for packaging, handling, freight, distribution, and delivery. The FDLE reserves the right to increase or decrease the quantities and amounts, but does not guarantee any actual orders.

The ITB includes provisions for In-State Preference, Certified Minority Business Enterprise preference, and Drug-Free Workplace certification. The FDLE may make an award within 60 days after the date of the Bid opening, during which period Bidder responses shall remain firm and shall not be withdrawn. There are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, and the FDLE has not identified any incumbent vendors or current contractors. The budget range for this procurement is not specified.