Transparent Vinyl Covered Mattresses on an Annual

Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners is requesting sealed bids for transparent vinyl covered mattresses on an annual contract (BL007-23) for the Sheriff's Office, with bids due January 18, 2023 at 2:50 p.m. and public opening at 3:00 p.m. No set-asides or preference programs apply. Electronic submittals are not accepted; all bids must be submitted in duplicate in sealed envelopes.

The scope covers approximately 2,206 units annually of transparent vinyl mattresses (not green vinyl) matching Bob Barker part number SSPM25754CLSP or equivalent, with sealed seams, tamper-resistant vents, anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties, fire resistance certification, and dimensions of 25×75×4 inches with 5-inch polyester compressed to 4-inch finished height. Orders are typically placed in quantities of 100 or more, though the County will work with the awarded vendor on quantities and requires unit pricing even for orders below the standard minimum. All bids must include three references of similar scope, a notarized Code of Ethics affidavit, proof of a valid Gwinnett County occupation tax certificate or certificate to do business in Georgia, and compliance with Georgia's Illegal Immigration Reform Enhancements for 2013.

Bob Barker Company, Inc. was awarded the contract at a base-year unit price of $54.12 per mattress, generating a total first-year contract value of $119,388.72. The contract includes four one-year renewal options with pricing adjustment provisions; bidders may request percentage increases or decreases by renewal period, subject to the County's market analysis review and approval. Delivery is F.O.B. Destination, freight prepaid, to the Gwinnett County Detention Center at 2900 University Parkway, Lawrenceville, Georgia. The contract begins April 25, 2023, or upon award, whichever is later. Questions were due January 9, 2023. Addendum #1 addressed product specifications and submission requirements.