IWQ 128186, Purchase of Fire Hoses

Gwinnett County's Department of Financial Services, Purchasing Division, has issued an Informal Written Quotation (IWQ 128186) for the procurement of fire hoses. The County seeks quotations for 100 units of fire hose meeting the following specifications: 250 psi rating, 50 feet in length, 1 inch diameter, and single jacket construction, or approved equivalent products. Quotations must be submitted by May 19, 2026, with delivery required to the Gwinnett County Department of Water Resources, F. Wayne Hill Water Resources Center Warehouse at 1500 One Water Way, Buford, Georgia 30519, during business hours of Monday through Friday between 7:00 AM and 4:00 PM. The County reserves the right to request product samples from vendors at the vendor's expense within five business days to verify product equivalency and compliance with specifications. Unit pricing must be submitted with two decimal places and should represent the total cost inclusive of all delivery charges on an FOB Destination basis with freight prepaid and allowed. Vendors must provide a minimum of three project references of similar size and scope, company certifications, and a non-collusion certification with their submittal. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible vendor, with evaluation criteria including quality, specification conformity, suitability, and delivery terms as determining factors.

The solicitation document does not indicate any specific set-aside designations or restrictions on organizational types eligible to respond, nor does it identify any incumbent vendors or current contractors. Firms currently listed on the Gwinnett County ineligible source list are explicitly prohibited from submitting offers, quotes, bids, or proposals, even if electronically notified of the solicitation. No bid bond, performance bond, or payment bond is required for this informal quotation. The County utilizes electronic payment methods for vendor compensation and will process payment within thirty days of receipt of approved payment requests. No specific budget range or award value is identified in the solicitation documents; however, pricing will be a primary evaluation criterion with the award going to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.