PRE-QUALIFICATION OF VENDORS FOR APPLIANCES/EQUIPMENT

The Palm Beach County Purchasing Department is seeking pre-qualified vendors for the purchase and delivery of household and commercial appliances and equipment. The pre-qualified vendors will be invited to participate in periodic pricing requests. The vendors are required to provide a written price quote, including the product name and number, price, and delivery days. The county will review the quotes and determine the award. The pre-qualified vendors must adhere to all terms, conditions, specifications, and requirements of the solicitation. The vendors must also provide catalogs to the county at no extra charge upon request and email a copy of the invoice and packing slip with the shipped items to the county ordering department. Some key points to consider: • The vendors must provide new equipment, of current manufacture, and carry factory warranties. • The vendors must provide a "turnkey" service, including installation and testing. • The vendors must provide a 24-hour phone number to the county. • The vendors must provide items to the satisfaction of the designated county representative. • The county reserves the right to inspect all facilities of vendors to determine their ability to perform. • The county reserves the right to reject any offer or quote if the prices are materially unbalanced. Some benefits of this opportunity include: • The opportunity to provide goods and services to the county on an as-needed basis. • The potential for long-term contracts and repeat business. • The opportunity to work with a large and diverse government agency. Some challenges of this opportunity include: • The need to provide competitive pricing and meet the county's specifications and requirements. • The need to provide excellent customer service and support to the county. • The need to comply with all applicable laws and regulations.