Scaletron model 2350 digital dual cylinder scale w/ accupro 5000 digital control

The City of Jacksonville, located in North Carolina and operating within Orange County, is seeking to procure three Scaletron Model 2350 Digital Dual Cylinder Scales with AccuPro 5000 Digital Controllers for its Water Treatment Plant. The specialized weighing equipment is designed to simultaneously weigh two 12" diameter cylinders with a gross capacity up to 349 lbs, featuring corrosion-resistant construction, three-point suspension weighing disks, two weighing platforms, and a two-channel digital controller housed in a NEMA 4X UL approved enclosure. The Request for Bids (RFB) was posted on August 9, 2023, with a strict submission deadline of August 15, 2023, at 4:00 P.M. Interested bidders must submit their proposals via email to Angela Stewart at astewart@jacksonvillenc.gov, providing a detailed quote on company letterhead. The city will evaluate bids not only on price but also on delivery lead time, and reserves the right to reject any or all submissions to select the most advantageous offer. Bidders must include unit pricing, with 7% North Carolina sales tax applicable, and understand that payment terms are net thirty (30) days upon invoice approval.

The procurement does not specifically mention set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors who are not current City vendors must submit a Vendor Application and W-9 within three business days of notification of selection. The solicitation requires bidders to maintain specific insurance coverage, including $1,000,000 in General Liability and Commercial Automobile Liability, and comply with E-Verify regulations. While a precise budget range is not explicitly stated, the procurement involves three scale units with associated digital controllers. Invoicing will be processed through AP@jacksonvillenc.gov, and the city emphasizes that it is not responsible for email delivery delays. The procurement follows standard municipal purchasing protocols, with comprehensive terms and conditions outlined in the attached documentation, which governs vendor interactions, performance expectations, and contractual obligations.