IFB PUR-25-034 furnish and deliver electrical materials

Prince George's County Public Schools (PGCPS) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB PUR-25-034) for furnishing and delivering electrical materials for the Department of Maintenance Services. The procurement covers a comprehensive range of electrical supplies across 11 product groups, totaling 686 line items including wire, cables, conduits, boxes, wiring devices, switches, breakers, fuses, and lighting fixtures. The contract will run from July 2025 through June 2028, with two optional one-year renewal terms potentially extending through June 2030. Bidders must provide unit pricing for each contract term period and quote prices for every item, with specific requirements for Groups 10-11 involving percentage discounts off manufacturer price lists. Key qualification requirements include a minimum of three years of experience providing similar materials and services, with three references from the past three years. Bidding deadlines are structured with questions due by February 14, 2025 at 11am ET and final bids due on March 6, 2025 at 11am ET, with no pre-bid meeting required.

The solicitation includes a 15% Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) goal for the total contract value, including potential renewal periods. The contract will be awarded as a fixed-rate contract with FOB destination delivery, requiring all deliveries during normal business hours (7:00am - 3:30pm Monday through Friday). PGCPS reserves the right to make awards on items in aggregate, by individual line items, group, or manufacturer, and emphasizes that the contract is non-exclusive with no guaranteed minimum purchase amounts. Specific brand requirements are noted, particularly for Square D items which allow no substitutions. While no specific total contract value is explicitly stated, the extensive line item list and potential three-year contract duration suggest a significant procurement opportunity. The solicitation serves a large school system with approximately 131,657 students across 208 schools and centers, indicating potential for substantial electrical materials procurement. Pricing must remain fixed for the initial contract term, with potential adjustments during renewal periods permitted with 60 days advance written notice.