Zoll AED Supply Agreement

Knoxville Utilities Board (KUB) is seeking bids for a Safety Services AED Supply Agreement to procure Zoll automated external defibrillators (AEDs) for Knox County, Tennessee. The procurement is structured as a three-year supply agreement with options for two additional one-year extensions, covering the purchase of ZOLL AED 3 and AED Plus models with comprehensive support services. The bid requires vendors to provide outright purchase pricing, including shipping (FOB Destination), and detailed information about software support, program oversight, and additional support offerings. Evaluation criteria will be prioritized in the following order: pricing (via Attachment A Price Sheet), firm description and functional requirements, and dealer performance/references. Bids are due on September 2, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST, with an anticipated Notice of Award and Purchase Order to be issued on or about September 9, 2025. Interested vendors must submit complete proposals through BidNetDirect.com, with any questions directed to Marilee.Metzger@kub.org and Parker.Pewitt@kub.org prior to the bid Q&A deadline.

KUB encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE), Women Owned Business Enterprises (WBE), and Small Business Enterprises (SBE), requesting proof of certification if applicable. While no specific set-aside percentages are mentioned, vendors who have not previously done business with KUB must submit a completed W-9 form for tax reporting purposes. The procurement includes comprehensive technical requirements for AED equipment, such as RapidShock Analysis, Real CPR Help technology, and optional WiFi connectivity for device management. The AED devices specified include features like five-year battery and electrode pad life, integrated pediatric rescue capabilities, and AEDtrax monitoring solutions for comprehensive device management. Although a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the agreement allows for annual unit price adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index-Urban (CPI-U), with any proposed price changes requiring 30 days' written notice and KUB approval.