This solicitation (RQ # 13731) seeks a fire‑arms and tool‑marks comparison microscope for Cuyahoga County’s forensic needs. The County issued a formal request for bids, held a pre‑bid conference, and required electronic submission through its Supplier Portal. The award includes a single microscope, a five‑year limited warranty, installation, shipping, and training services. The contract’s total award value for the microscope line is approximately $84,752.10, with no additional monetary amounts for the warranty, installation, shipping, or training.
• Scope: Provide one ballistic comparison microscope (plus warranty, installation, shipping, training).
• Procurement method: Full and open competition, formal RFB, with bids due by 11:00 A.M. on Jan 8 2024.
• Requirements: Vendors must be registered in the County Supplier Portal and, if the bid exceeds $50 k, furnish a $500 bid bond.