Mattresses, Box Springs, and Bed Frames

The Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners is issuing Invitation to Quote (ITQ-26-00143) to procure mattresses, box springs, and bed frames for fire stations throughout Hillsborough County on an ongoing, as-needed basis under a two-year contract. The County seeks competitive quotes from experienced and qualified contractors with a proven and documented track record in providing these specific products. The procurement specifications require Twin XL mattresses measuring 80" L x 38" W x 11.5"-12.5" H with stretch-knit covers and fire-retardant features, wooden box springs measuring 79" L x 38" W x 7" H, and metal bed frames with instant-lock mechanisms and adjustable legs. All items must be new, first-quality products meeting CertiPUR-US, UL, and CPSC standards. Contractors must deliver all products to the Public Safety Operations Center in Tampa, Florida within 30 calendar days of purchase order receipt, with back-ordered items available within 45 business days, and must maintain manufacturer's warranties covering the average life expectancy of items with defective or damaged products replaced at no cost to the County within 10 business days of notification. Electronic bids must be submitted through the County's Euna Procurement system by March 6, 2026, at 5:00 P.M. Eastern Time, with award made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specifications. No site visits, bidders' conferences, or pre-bid meetings are scheduled.

There are no set-aside designations or restrictions limiting participation to specific organization types based on disadvantaged enterprise status identified in this solicitation. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are referenced in the opportunity documentation. Contractors must comply with E-Verify requirements, maintain a legally authorized workforce, and implement IMAGE best practices for employment verification. All contractors are required to execute a Drug-Free Workplace Certification Form certifying compliance with Florida Statute 287.087 and must complete a Substitute W-9 Form for tax identification and compliance purposes. Contractors are encouraged to enroll in the County's Direct Deposit Authorization program for electronic payment processing, though this is voluntary. The estimated project value is $21,864.96, with pricing required to include all delivery and freight charges. Insurance is not required for this procurement, and the County does not guarantee minimum purchases nor cone of silence restrictions apply as this procurement falls below the County's $50,000 formal bid limit.