Resale Fishing Equipment, Products, & Supplies

Jackson County, Missouri is seeking a Term and Supply Contract for Resale Fishing Equipment, Products, & Supplies for its Parks + Rec Department Marina Operations, specifically covering three marina locations: Longview Lake Marina, Blue Springs Marina, and Jacomo Marina. The contract will span a twenty-four (24) month term with two potential twelve-month extensions, with bids to be submitted electronically through the Jackson County Bonfire Portal by 2:00 p.m. CDT on October 14, 2025. The procurement requires vendors to provide a comprehensive range of fishing equipment and accessories, with bidders expected to offer fixed pricing for high-volume items and a quoted discount percentage for catalog items. All deliveries will be FOB Destination with inside delivery, and vendors must provide a current catalog or online catalog for ordering. Key submission requirements include an Affidavit certifying no conflicts of interest, a Statement of Contractor Qualifications, and compliance with various county and federal regulations. Questions regarding the bid must be submitted electronically by 5:00 PM CDT on October 7, 2025, and bid responses will remain binding for 90 calendar days following the response deadline.

The procurement includes provisions for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) considerations, with opportunities for Minority Owned Business (MBE), Woman Owned Business (WBE), and Small Business classifications. Bidders must be registered with the Missouri Secretary of State and maintain good standing with regulatory agencies. The county estimates an annual spend of approximately $35,000 on these supplies and reserves the right to split the contract award. Contractors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence), Commercial Automobile Liability ($1,000,000 combined single limit), and Workers Compensation coverage. Additional requirements include providing a Certificate of Insurance, W-9 Form, and proof of current licenses. Price increases will only be permitted after the first six months and must apply to the general public, with written verification to the county. Notably, the contract includes a provision allowing other municipal, county, public utility, hospital, or educational institutions within the Kansas City Metropolitan Trade Area to potentially purchase under the same contract terms.