MDS ECR Orbit, Dual SIM

The City of Tampa Purchasing Department issued a Request for Quotes (RFQ) for the procurement of MDS ECR Orbit, Dual SIM equipment for use by various municipal departments within Hillsborough County, Florida. The solicitation seeks 10 units of GE MDS ORBIT, DUAL SIM devices (Part# MDSECR4GYNNNNNSID3USUNNN) with specifications including 1 Ethernet port, 1 serial port, US configuration, DIN-rail mounting, and LTE Americas capability. Bidders must submit firm, fixed pricing that includes all shipping, handling, and freight charges on a Freight on Board (FOB) Destination basis, with delivery required within 10 days of order receipt. The RFQ was distributed electronically through the OpenGov platform, with all quotes required to be submitted through this system by the closing date of April 7, 2026. The quote will be awarded for a one-year period, with the City reserving the right to increase or decrease quantities without penalty. All vendors must comply with Florida's public records laws, provide proof of insurance prior to award, utilize E-Verify for employee eligibility verification, and adhere to the City of Tampa Ethics Code and non-discrimination requirements. The City reserves the right to award the quote by division, line item, or aggregate total and has the authority to cancel or reject any or all quotes if deemed in its best interest.

The solicitation identifies qualified vendors through the Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) Certified Companies Directory, with S.G.D Communications Inc., a Tampa-based African American male-owned SLBE firm, listed as a qualified vendor for this procurement. S.G.D Communications Inc., located at 5854 Argerian Drive, Suite 101, Wesley Chapel, Florida 33544, holds SLBE certification valid through March 7, 2027, and maintains extensive commodity code qualifications across telecommunications infrastructure, networking equipment, and telecommunications management services. Payment will be made approximately 30 days after receipt and acceptance of materials, correct invoices, and any required subcontractor documentation, subject to the Florida Prompt Payment Act. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated in the solicitation, the procurement is limited to 10 units of equipment, allowing potential vendors to calculate estimated values based on competitive market pricing for GE MDS ORBIT, DUAL SIM devices. The opportunity appears designed to support local business participation while ensuring qualified vendors with demonstrated capability and proper certifications can submit competitive bids for this equipment procurement.