OIA transmitter

The City of Pennsylvania, Office of Internal Affairs (OIA), is soliciting competitive bids for a micro purchase procurement of FM transmitter equipment. This procurement will be awarded as a whole or by line item, whichever serves the City's best interest, to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The primary deliverable specified is the Enersound TP-600 multichannel portable transmitter, an assistive listening technology device operating in the FM frequency range of 72-76MHz. This lightweight unit, weighing 1.0 lb and designated SKU TP-600, is designed for applications including assistive listening, tour group communications, and translation/interpretation services, and includes a limited lifetime warranty. All prospective bidders must quote all items in their entirety to maintain eligibility for award consideration. Vendors are explicitly prohibited from commencing any delivery or service provision until receiving formal notification of award from the department. The solicitation was posted on April 30, 2026, with a response due date of May 13, 2026. The procurement documents do not specify quantities requested, delivery schedules, or final award notification dates.

The procurement includes mandatory diversity and inclusion requirements, specifically requiring bidders to complete and submit an LGBTQ Application Data Form as part of their bid package to demonstrate compliance with the City of Philadelphia's commitment to LGBTQ business enterprise certification and supplier diversity practices. Failure to complete and provide accurate information on this qualification form may result in bid rejection or disqualification. Bidders must also satisfy all requirements outlined in the Seller Specification Checklist and submit the required Consent and Authorization documentation to be considered responsive and responsible. The procurement documents do not identify any incumbent vendors, current contractors, or existing infrastructure requiring integration, nor do they specify budget amounts, award values, or pricing ranges. Vendors should consult the complete solicitation package for additional details regarding specifications, pricing requirements, submission procedures, and any other contractual obligations applicable to this procurement opportunity.