Interlock Device

The Oregon Health Authority, Health Systems Division is issuing an Invitation to Bid (ITB S-44300-00010188) to establish a Trade Services Contract for the installation, lease, service, repair, monitoring, maintenance, calibration, and removal of Breath Alcohol Ignition Interlock Devices (BAIIDs) for Indigent Defendants under Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) 813.602. The procurement seeks responsive and responsible bidders to provide comprehensive BAIID services across Oregon, with an estimated quantity of 300 device installations, 300 monthly maintenance services, and 350 device removals. Bidders must maintain certified service centers in each designated geographic region and provide evidence of certification from the Oregon Department of Transportation. The contract is anticipated to have an initial two-year term with potential renewews up to a maximum of 5 years, with an estimated start date of July 1, 2024. Evaluation criteria will include cost comparison, with preferences given to Oregon-based goods and services, and the agency anticipates awarding one or more Trade Services Contracts to the lowest responsive and responsible bidders. The bid submission deadline is June 24, 2024, and bidders must comply with all specified requirements, including providing comprehensive documentation and meeting technical specifications for BAIID services.

The ITB includes specific provisions for disadvantaged business participation, requiring bidders to describe steps for soliciting certified minority-owned, woman-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned, and emerging small businesses for potential subcontracting opportunities. Bidders must report their subcontractor relationships to the Oregon Certification Office for Business Inclusion and Diversity (COBID) and indicate whether they are COBID-certified. The Intent to Award document has already identified two preliminary awardees: #1 A Lifesafer of Washington, Inc. d.b.a. #1 A Lifesafer of Oregon, Inc. and Skyfineusa, LLC. Contractors are prohibited from collecting additional fees from individuals receiving services, and the Oregon Health Authority will pay all required fees, including monthly Oregon State Police fees. The contract requires maintenance of confidentiality, compliance with background check provisions, and adherence to specific reporting requirements. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the contract will cover installation fees, monthly maintenance, monitoring services, and device removal, with comprehensive pricing to include leasing, insurance, calibration, data download, and other associated services.