UPS Replacement FY24

The State of Ohio, Department of Administration, Multi-Agency Radio Communication System (MARCS) Services, is seeking to replace 20% of their MARCS Tower Site Fleet Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) units. Specifically, this Request for Quotation (RFQ) covers the installation of 52 Liebert UPS units at 46 MARCS tower site shelters located across 22 counties in Ohio, including Pike County. The project requires the vendor to provide labor, materials, and permits, as well as submit equipment start-up documentation, obtain background checks for all on-site personnel, and provide weekly status reports. The new UPS units must be covered by a 5-year factory warranty, and all equipment, material, and labor shall be guaranteed for one year. The contract will be awarded based on the supplier's relevant experience, skill level, and proposed rates, with the possibility of interviews for top candidates. The RFQ has a posted date of December 27, 2023 and a due date of January 4, 2024.

The evaluation criteria for this opportunity include the supplier's ability to deliver the stated deliverables, the availability and qualifications of supplier personnel, the extent to which the proposed approach fulfills the state's requirements, the supplier's stability and past performance, and the overall cost. Proposals will be scored on a scale of 0-5 for each criterion, with the technical score combined with the cost score to determine the total evaluation score. The supplier with the highest total score will be recommended for the next phase of the evaluation process. The state may choose to bypass any or all subsequent phases and make an award based solely on the supplier evaluation phase. No details are provided regarding set-aside designations, incumbent vendors, or award value.