Salt Lake County ANS51557 Pet Microchips and Handheld Scanners

Salt Lake County (SLCo) Contracts and Procurement, acting on behalf of Animal Services, has issued a Request for Bid (RFB) numbered ANS51557 for pet microchips and handheld scanners. The procurement seeks vendors capable of supplying microchips that can be implanted beneath animal skin, along with corresponding microchip scanners for use in animal shelters. The microchips must feature 15-digit, internationally-readable technology, provide lifetime registration, and enable free basic adopter information auto-enrollment. Bids were due on September 17, 2018, at 2:00 PM MDT, with the county intending to award multiple contracts to responsive and responsible bidders. The county expressed a preference for vendors offering multiple options across different brands, syringe widths, and handheld mechanisms. Evaluation criteria appear to focus on meeting technical specifications, pricing, and overall responsiveness to the solicitation requirements. The contract will have a five-year term, with periodic opportunities to review and potentially negotiate pricing and service elements.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types. The estimated annual purchase amount is approximately $35,000, with no specified minimum or maximum quantity commitment. Pricing must remain firm for the first two years, with potential subsequent annual price adjustments limited to 2.5% and tied to an independent index. Vendors must provide a minimum one-year warranty on microchip scanners covering all parts and labor. The county reserves the right to reject any or all bids and will make payments only after delivery and signed acceptance. No incumbent vendors are identified in the available documentation, and there are no explicit requirements for integration with existing technology infrastructure. The contract includes provisions for non-funding scenarios, providing flexibility for the county in potential budget fluctuation situations.