Reconditioned General Electric Parts

Pinellas County is conducting an Invitation to Quote (ITQ #23-0319-ITQ) for procuring reconditioned General Electric electrical parts, specifically seeking a vendor to supply two specialized electrical components: an AKR-10D-50H 1200 AMP Rating Plug with 120 VAC controls and an AKR-10D-30L 700 AMP Rating Plug. These parts are intended to replace defective breakers that are no longer available for purchase new. The solicitation was originally released on December 7, 2022, with the initial deadline for questions set for December 29, 2022, and the response deadline extended to January 5, 2023, at 3:00 pm. Vendors must submit responses electronically through the OpenGov procurement portal, with a mandatory requirement that the parts be fully reconditioned, tested, and in first quality condition. The county will evaluate submissions based on lowest responsive and responsible quote that meets all specified requirements, with an additional estimated freight cost not to exceed $1,000. Vendors must provide a minimum one-year warranty on the reconditioned parts and complete all required documentation, including a vendor submittal form, references, and payment method preferences.

The solicitation features a Sheltered Market designation, providing first opportunity to qualified Small Business Enterprise (SBE) firms located in Pinellas, Hillsborough, Pasco, and Manatee Counties for contracts ranging from $5,000 to $100,000. To qualify as an SBE, companies must have total sales not exceeding a 3-year average of $3 million for goods/services or $8 million for construction services, and not exceed an average of 50 employees. Vendors must complete a comprehensive vendor references form, providing contact information for at least four customers who have previously received similar contract services, with the explicit requirement that Pinellas County Government references will not be accepted. The procurement process includes an electronic payment (ePayables) option, allowing vendors to participate in the county's credit card-based payment system. While no specific award value is explicitly stated, the solicitation suggests a contract for replacing specific electrical components with a potential freight cost component. Vendors must also agree to specific payment terms of net 45 days per Florida Statute 218.73 and comply with all solicitation conditions and insurance requirements.