Purchase of a chest compression system, monitor/defibrillator and accessories

Chatham County, Georgia is soliciting competitive bids from qualified vendors for the purchase of one (1) Chest Compression System with accessories and one (1) Monitor/Defibrillator with accessories. The bid requires new items, as equivalents will not be accepted due to the emergency staff's training and certification on the specific equipment. The procurement includes a detailed list of the required equipment and accessories, with specific product numbers. Delivery must be made to the Chatham Emergency Services location within a timeframe specified by the bidder, and the pricing must include freight charges. The bid is due on November 7, 2023, and any questions should be directed to the Procurement Specialist through the Purchasing portal.

The solicitation does not mention any set-asides or incumbent information. However, it does state that the project is funded in whole or in part by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), and Chatham County has established 12% MBE and 5% WBE participation goals for this project unless otherwise specified. Bidders are required to make a good faith effort to subcontract with qualified MBE/WBE firms and must report their efforts. The contract may be awarded to the most advantageous bidder, with price and other factors considered, and the total purchase value is estimated at $56,052.