Portable Lifeguard Lookout Platform Chairs

The City of Jacksonville, Florida is requesting quotes on five PARAGON Portable Lookout Platform lifeguard chairs under ITQ 18057-26, with bids due July 23, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Award will be made on an all-or-none basis to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder based on price alone.

The chairs must feature T-304 stainless steel construction (1.9 x .065), a 60 x 36 platform at 36-inch height with a 54-inch seat height from deck, 360-degree swivel seat, umbrella and rescue tube holder, and a weight specification of 300 pounds. Delivery is to Cecil Aquatics at 13611 A Normandy Boulevard, Jacksonville, Florida 32221. All unit prices must be quoted in U.S. dollars with two-decimal precision and must include freight, delivery, and handling charges prepaid via Best Way shipping under FOB Destination terms.

Bidders must be legally authorized to do business in Duval County and must comply with all applicable local, state, and federal requirements, including proof of business licenses and relevant experience. Commercial General Liability insurance of $2 million, Workers' Compensation coverage, and Automobile Liability insurance of $1 million are required, along with indemnification obligations and nondiscrimination compliance. The City of Jacksonville encourages participation from small and emerging businesses under the JSEB program.

Bidders must submit electronically through the 1Cloud Supplier Portal and may revise submissions until bid closing. The contract term is a one-time purchase commencing upon purchase order execution and continuing until completion and acceptance. No pre-bid conference is scheduled.