Idpr 2024 PFD

The State of Idaho's Division of Purchasing, specifically for the Idaho Parks and Recreation Department (IDPR), is seeking to procure 2,200 U.S. Coast Guard Approved Type III Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) with a Performance Level of 70 or greater. The procurement is an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for life jackets in various sizes ranging from infant to adult XL, with specific requirements including red or orange coloration and white lettering on the back stating "USE AND RETURN DAY USE ONLY". The devices must be packaged with a minimum of 6 PFDs per box and delivered to IDPR Headquarters in Boise, Idaho by March 11, 2024, with delivery stipulations including no deliveries after 3 PM or on weekends. Vendors must submit a lettering proof for agency approval prior to production and are responsible for off-loading the PFDs since no loading dock is available. The contract will be awarded to the "Lowest Responsible Bidder" based on acquisition price, with considerations including discounts, quality, delivery time, and past performance. Bids must be submitted electronically through the Idaho e-Procurement System (IPRO) by February 9, 2024.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. No incumbent vendors are identified in the documentation, and there are no apparent infrastructure or technology integration requirements specific to this procurement. The total procurement value is not directly stated, but involves 2,200 life jackets with potential variations based on size and specific vendor pricing. Vendors must comply with the State of Idaho's Standard Contract Terms and Conditions and provide comprehensive insurance certificates, including commercial general liability, commercial automobile liability, and workers' compensation coverage. The State of Idaho and the contracting agency must be named as additional insureds, and the contractor will be responsible for maintaining insurance coverage throughout the contract's duration. While the exact budget range is not specified, vendors will be evaluated based on their ability to meet the technical specifications and provide competitive pricing for the required personal flotation devices.