Library Book Returns with Carts

Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners is requesting competitive sealed bids for the one-time purchase of 50 Kingsley Brand C-Series Book Returns with carts or equivalents, with bids due July 24, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time through the County's electronic bidding system (Euna Procurement). The estimated contract value is $171,080.

The scope specifies book returns with 380-book capacity (standard 6" × 9" format) or 950 media cases, 400-pound maximum load, gray color with black graphics, ADA-compliant deposit height, fully sealed weather protection, theft-deterrent and fire-protection features. Carts must measure no larger than 20" W × 21 5/16" D × 38 1/4" H, constructed of lightweight rust-free aluminum with fixed handles, self-leveling float trays, and locking casters. Delivery to John F. Germany Public Library in Tampa, Florida must be completed within 30 days of purchase order receipt; the contractor bears all freight charges, unpacking, and packaging removal. Pricing is quoted free-on-board to the delivery location and excludes taxes (Hillsborough County is tax-exempt).

Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specifications. A single bidder must submit offers on all line items to be eligible for award. No insurance, bid bonds, performance bonds, or payment bonds are required. Questions regarding specifications may be submitted through the electronic bidding system's messaging section no later than ten calendar days after solicitation issuance (by July 16, 2026). A Cone of Silence is in effect from issuance through five business days after notice of intent to award, restricting bidder communication with County employees and commissioners. Payment will be made within 45 days of invoice approval via ACH electronic payment. E-Verify compliance and legally authorized workforce requirements apply to the contractor and any subcontractors. Mandatory compliance documents include Substitute W-9 Form, Drug-Free Workplace Certification (Florida Statute 287.087), and Direct Deposit Authorization Form.