RFP-FY22 SCBA

Ware County Board of Commissioners is requesting sealed bids for Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) equipment for the Ware County Fire Rescue Department under RFP-FY22 SCBA, with bids due November 19, 2021 at 2:00 p.m.

The scope comprises 30 X3Pro SCBA units with 4500 psi cylinders, 60 carbon bottles, and 45 masks with Kevlar lining, along with regulators, harnesses, and associated accessories. Equipment must meet NIOSH approval under 42 CFR Part 84 and comply with NFPA 1981 (2013 Edition) standards. Bidders must submit an original and four copies of all supporting documents, including complete specification sheets, color brochures, a list of five current agency users in Georgia or neighboring states with contact information, detailed warranty information, and a demonstration of equipment may be required.

A local-vendor preference applies: vendors from Waycross and Ware County must provide valid city and/or county business licenses to qualify. All goods are F.O.B. Waycross, Georgia with freight charges included in the bid price; no sales tax applies.

Evaluation criteria are quality of equipment (35 points), ease of use (35 points), proposed fee (20 points), and creditable client references (10 points). The county reserves the right to reject any or all bids regardless of price and is not obligated to award to the lowest bidder. Award will be made by the Ware County Board of Commissioners at their next regular meeting. Bids remain valid for 90 days from the due date and may not be withdrawn during this period. Bidders must state delivery time after order receipt and identify any subcontractors. All bids must include a non-collusion affidavit. Questions should be directed to Christina Altman, Purchasing/Grants Coordinator, at 912-287-4300 or caltman@warecounty.com.