Sheriff Department Search & Recovery Command Post Trailer

Waukesha County, Wisconsin is seeking qualified vendors to provide a new, unused search and recovery command post trailer for the Waukesha County Sheriff's Department through Invitation to Bid (ITB) No. 202504. The procurement requires vendors to submit electronic bids through the Waukesha County Bonfire Purchasing Portal with all required documentation, including a signed signature page and acknowledgment of all specifications and amendments. Evaluation criteria include financial stability, relevant experience, delivery capabilities, and past performance of the bidding firm. The bid opens on November 25, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. CDT/CST, with all bids remaining firm for ninety calendar days from the opening date. All deliverables are subject to F.O.B. destination terms, and the county is exempt from Federal Excise Tax and Wisconsin Sales Tax. The contract may be eligible for two one-year extensions, and the county reserves the right to reject any or all bids, award separately or in aggregate, and order within 10 percent more or less of specified quantities.

Vendors must be registered to do business in Wisconsin with the Department of Financial Institutions and are subject to controlled access screening when visiting county facilities. The county expresses a preference for payment via P-Card (VISA), and vendors must indicate their willingness to accept credit card payments and include any associated fees in their pricing. The contract is subject to annual funding appropriation by the Waukesha County Board of Supervisors, with continuation beyond December 31st contingent on fund availability; the county may cancel the contract with 30 days' written notice if vendor requirements are not met. No specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises or minority-owned businesses are mentioned in the available documentation. No incumbent vendors, current contractors, or specific budget ranges are identified in the posted materials. Interested vendors should review all specifications and tender requirements thoroughly before the November 25, 2025, submission deadline.