Microchips and Scanners for Adopted Animals

The City of Norfolk is soliciting bids from qualified vendors to supply passive electronic microchips and handheld scanners for the identification of companion animals adopted through its Animal Care and Adoption Center. The contract will run for five years, with no minimum order quantities, and requires a one‑year manufacturer warranty, training materials, and rapid five‑day delivery for both chips and scanners. Bidders must submit pricing for an estimated 1,000 microchips and five scanners, along with required certifications and compliance documentation. The award will go to the lowest responsible bidder, subject to fund availability. • Provide passive RFID microchips (134.2 kHz or 125 kHz) meeting detailed performance specs (1 M reads, FCC‑approved, ≤0.06 g, temperature range 40‑80 °C). • Provide handheld scanners capable of reading both frequencies, battery‑operated or AC‑powered, water‑resistant, with audio/visual readout. • Deliver all orders within five business days of receipt; no minimum order commitments. • Include a one‑year warranty and free instructional/training materials for city staff. • Contract term: 5 years; award based on lowest total cost, compliance, and responsibility.