Description
The purpose of this Invitation for Bid (IFB) is to seek competitive sealed bids from qualified vendors to establish a contract to furnish and deliver Mustang Survival Dry Suits, Thermal Layers, Floatation Systems, Waterproof Outer layers, and small rescue craft on an "as needed" basis when ordered by the NC Department of Environmental Quality. The contract will have an initial term of three years. The State reserves the right to make separate awards to different vendors for one or more line items. Vendors must submit their bids through the Sourcing Tool, and late bids will not be accepted.
Some key requirements include:
* The manufacturer names and product descriptions referenced in this solicitation are brand-specific and not intended to be interpreted as “brand name or equal.”
* The required items are Mustang Survival rescue gear and Zodiac MilPro inflatable rescue boats.
* Vendors must provide a copy of the manufacturer’s standard warranty with the bid response.
* Vendors must complete ATTACHMENT D: HUB SUPPLEMENTAL VENDOR INFORMATION and ATTACHMENT G: CERTIFICATION OF FINANCIAL CONDITION.
* Vendors must upload to the Sourcing Tool at least three references for which their company has supplied the exact model of equipment offered.