Junction boxes, covers, marking plates, purchase/delivery of

Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners Purchasing Department issued Request for Quotation (RFQ) #650472/JM on September 18, 2020, for the purchase and delivery of junction boxes, covers, and marking plates under a term contract. The procurement seeks firm, fixed pricing for nine line items including junction boxes in open bottom configurations with 12-inch or 24-inch depths and dimensions ranging from 11" X 18" to 30" X 48", bolt-down covers in Tier 15-20K load ratings, and traffic signal marking plates compliant with Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Minimum Specifications for Traffic Control Signals and Devices. Estimated quantities over a 12-month period total 195 junction boxes (distributed across five sizes), associated covers in multiple sizes, and 300 marking plates across three categories: traffic signal, street lighting, and fiber optics. All junction boxes and covers must meet specifications including sheet molding compound bodies or high-density polymer concrete construction, minimum vertical test load of 20,000 pounds, Tier 15 load rating, and minimum coefficient of friction of 0.50 for covers. Vendors may offer specified manufacturers (Oldcastle and Synertech) or equal products with complete manufacturer, brand, and part/model information that must match provided descriptive literature. Unit prices must be submitted to two decimal points with no alternative pricing proposals. Quotations were due by September 22, 2020, at 4:00 p.m. local time, with faxed or emailed responses acceptable.

The successful vendor will be awarded an initial 12-month contract term with the option to renew for four additional 12-month periods, subject to mutual written agreement and continued appropriation of funds. Delivery is required within 30 calendar days of receipt of a term contract delivery order, with F.O.B. point at destination and all transportation costs the responsibility of the vendor. Palm Beach County's Small, Minority, and Women-Owned Business (S/M/WBE) Enterprise Program applies, with preference given to certified small, minority, and women-owned businesses within 10% of the lowest responsive, responsible bid. A 5% local preference is available for vendors with a permanent place of business in Palm Beach County or the Glades, subject to submission of a valid Business Tax Receipt and Certification of Business Location. Prices must remain firm for 90 days from the bid opening date and for the initial and any subsequent renewal terms. The County retains the right to inspect and test all items for compliance with specifications, and payment will be made following County acceptance and proper invoicing.