Specialty Fittings, Hoses, and Pumps RE-QUOTE

The Wayne County Airport Authority is seeking quotes for a three-year contract to procure specialty fittings, hoses, and pumps used for loading and unloading liquids at Detroit Metro and Willow Run airports. The solicitation (SFQ #25-01387A) requires vendors to be located within 40 miles of 703 W. Service Dr., Detroit, MI 48242, with parts typically picked up by Airport Authority employees but potentially delivered on-site. The procurement involves estimated quantities of specific components including cam and groove dust caps, bushings, hoses, and dry-lock components. Respondents must provide unit pricing based on a maximum mark-up over cost, with the first year's pricing held firm and subsequent years based on the mark-up percentage. The quote deadline is October 7, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with the contract potentially including two optional one-year renewals at the sole discretion of the Airport Authority. Evaluation will be based on unit prices, mark-up percentage, and the ability to provide equal alternative items if needed.

The solicitation includes a robust Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Program that mandates a minimum of 20% SBE participation in the bid, with potential equalization credits of up to 7% for certified small businesses and additional credits for targeted growth community enterprises and veteran-owned businesses. Certification requirements include at least one year of business operation, a full-time physical headquarters within the Southeast Michigan Air Trade Area, and submission of comprehensive financial documentation. Vendors must complete a Business Information Questionnaire and Subcontractor Forms, which include certifications regarding forced labor prohibitions and investment activities. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the contract allows for ongoing purchases of specialty parts as needed. Businesses must be prepared to submit monthly progress reports tracking SBE subcontractor payments, and certifications are valid for three years, renewable through the Business Development Portal.