IFB 1644 - Conterra POW Response Pack

The County of San Mateo has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) 1644 for the procurement of 30 Conterra POW Response Packs in EMS Blue configuration to support emergency preparedness and response operations. Each response pack contains a comprehensive emergency medical kit including a rollup stretcher, triage tape, whistle, Quick Clot dressings, SOF and SWAT-T tourniquets, emergency compression bandages, mouth-to-mask device, and RUSSELL chest seals. Potential bidders must submit their proposals through the OpenGov portal by December 3, 2025, at 5:00 PM, with preliminary questions and comments due by November 25, 2025, at 5:00 PM. The evaluation criteria will focus primarily on total bid price, with the contract awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Vendors must confirm product availability and readiness for shipment, with a mandatory delivery deadline of December 17, 2025, within five business days of purchase order receipt. All products must be delivered FOB destination, freight prepaid, to a designated County location in San Mateo County.

The solicitation includes specific vendor qualifications and preferences, notably applying a local business preference ordinance under Chapter 2.89 of the San Mateo County Ordinance Code. This provision provides preference to local businesses, local non-profits, and certified small or micro businesses. Bidders must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM), maintain good standing, provide a W9 tax form, and carry comprehensive general liability insurance of $1,000,000. Additional requirements include compliance with state and local prevailing wage requirements and non-discrimination provisions. The contract will include a manufacturer standard warranty of at least one year on all delivered products. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the procurement involves 30 response packs, suggesting a moderate-value contract focused on emergency medical equipment. Interested vendors can submit protests via email to Protest@smcgov.org if they have concerns about the bidding process or contract specifications.