Parker Brand Hydraulic Fitting, Hoses and Assorted Pards

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The Maryland Department of Transportation Aviation Administration (MAA) is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) to procure Parker Brand hydraulic fittings, hoses, and assorted parts for emergency equipment, heavy trucks, and agricultural equipment. The required products are to be delivered as needed to the Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI Marshall). The bid lists over 75 specific Parker part numbers with expected annual purchase quantities of 100 units per part number. The resulting contract will be for a 3-year term, and bidders must provide all-inclusive unit pricing for each part number for Years 1, 2, and 3. The IFB states that the contract award will not exceed $50,000. Bids are due on June 28, 2024 at 2:00pm, and the bid opening will occur on the same day at 2:30pm. There is no site visit required, and no alternate or multiple bids will be accepted.

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The IFB strongly encourages joint venture partnerships between prime and MBE/DBE firms to meet the participation goal. Bidders must have 3 years' experience as a company in the hydraulic fittings business working with Parker Brand, and be located within 20 miles for emergency accessibility. The contractor will be required to provide 24/7 emergency service and on-site technical support. The IFB does not mention any incumbent contractors or existing infrastructure that requires integration. The total award value is capped at $50,000.