RP042-24 Provision of Extrication Equipment on an Annual Contract

The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Provision of Extrication Equipment on an Annual Contract with the Department of Fire and Emergency Services. The RFP seeks proposals from qualified vendors for battery-operated hydraulic extrication equipment including cutters, spreaders, combination tools, and rams. Gwinnett County plans to replace thirty-eight (38) sets of extrication equipment over a five-year period, with an estimated 10 sets in Year 1, 8 sets in Year 2, 7 sets in Years 3 and 4, and 6 sets in Year 5. Proposals are due by 2:50 PM local time on October 24, 2024. The RFP outlines detailed technical specifications for the extrication equipment, including minimum NFPA cut ratings, spreading distances, and battery/charger requirements. Vendors are required to provide pricing for a full set of equipment, as well as optional accessories. The County will evaluate proposals based on battery and charger specifications, service training and loaner program, tool specifications, and tool performance, with pricing being evaluated for short-listed vendors. The County reserves the right to award to multiple vendors and adjust the purchasing plan based on budget availability.

The RFP does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The current incumbent vendor is not identified, and the RFP does not mention any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The RFP does not provide a specific award value or budget range, but the County's plan to replace 38 sets of extrication equipment over five years suggests a significant procurement opportunity.