Misc, Bearings

Wayne County, Michigan is seeking a demand contract to procure ball bearings and miscellaneous power transmission components through Solicitation for Quotes (SFQ) No. 99821. The three-year contract will run from 11/1/2023 through 10/31/2026, with quotes due by 10/13/2023 at 2:00 PM. Eligible vendors must have a minimum of 5 years of experience providing ball bearings and the ability to pick up and deliver parts during working hours at no additional cost. The procurement encompasses a wide range of power transmission components, including drive belts, couplers, drive chains, seals, and power transmission units from manufacturers such as Sealmaster, INA, NTN, BCA/BOWER, Martin Sprocket, Browning, Kop-Flex, Lovejoy, Morse, Drive INC, Regina, and Carlisle. Vendors must maintain a retail store and warehouse within a 30-mile radius of the county's equipment division in Romulus, MI, and provide a comprehensive price sheet with list prices and discounted prices for specific part numbers. The county will evaluate bids based on pricing, manufacturer discounts, and the vendor's ability to meet technical specifications and delivery requirements.

Wayne County offers pricing advantages for County-Based Enterprises (CBE) and businesses located in 10 Targeted Growth Communities, with potential credits up to 7% for CBE and 2% for targeted communities, with a maximum allowable credit of 10%. Vendors must complete an Ethics in Contracting Vendor Form, disclosing potential conflicts of interest, and provide a standard IRS Form W-9. The contract requires vendors to maintain commercial general liability insurance with minimum coverage of $2,000,000 per occurrence and procure policies from Michigan-licensed insurers. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the solicitation suggests a flexible procurement approach allowing for as-needed purchases of power transmission components. Vendors must submit three customer references demonstrating similar services within the past 5 years and are required to comply with detailed terms and conditions, including specific invoicing procedures and compliance with Wayne County's financial regulations. The county reserves the right to reject any or all quotes and to award the contract in whole or in part, indicating a competitive and thorough selection process.