ITQ# 157252JB Electrical Test Meter

The City of Homestead, Florida, through its Procurement & Contract Services Department, is conducting a Request for Quotation (RFQ-2024-087) for the purchase of 4 Bierer ST-800 Electrical Test Meters specifically for the Public Services - Energy Department's Trouble Trucks. These digital electrical test meters are designed to operate within a 120V to 480V range and are classified as "Pulse Box Only" units. The solicitation requires vendors to submit electronic quotes through the ProcureNow portal by Thursday, May 30, 2024, at 5:00 PM EST, with a mandatory 30-day quote validity period. Suppliers must provide fixed and firm pricing, detailed product specifications, and lead times for delivery. Evaluation criteria include compliance with municipal procurement terms, submission of a valid occupational/business license, Florida state registration, and confirmation that the vendor is not listed as an excluded party in the System for Award Management (SAM). The City reserves the right to negotiate with suppliers, accept partial quotes, or reject any quote that does not meet their competitive bidding standards.

The procurement opportunity does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must comply with E-Verify requirements, which mandate verification of employment eligibility for all newly hired employees through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify System. The current quote from Altec Supply indicates a unit price of $1,865.00 per electrical test meter, totaling $7,460.00 for the four units, though prices are subject to change based on manufacturer pricing. Failure to comply with E-Verify regulations could result in contract termination and potential disqualification from future city contracts for up to one year. While no incumbent vendors are specifically highlighted, the procurement is focused on replacing or upgrading electrical testing equipment for the city's utility maintenance operations. The total budget for this procurement appears to be approximately $7,460, with potential flexibility for negotiation or minor adjustments.