The University of Georgia is seeking to purchase 57 Powr-Flite Wet Vacuums and 114 Powr-Flite Carpet Dryers. The procurement is being conducted through a Request for Quote (RFQ) process, and the University is requesting a sole brand purchase due to standardization of equipment across campus. The contract value is estimated to be $85,991.00. Key features of the required equipment include the Front Squeegee attachment FM-200 for the wet vacuum and daisy chain capabilities for the carpet dryer. The University has a Training Academy that provides training to custodial employees on the specific equipment, and sole brands are necessary to keep training standardized.
• The procurement is for custodial cleaning equipment.
• The equipment is required for cleaning and flood preparedness.
• The University has standardized custodial equipment across campus.
• The Training Academy provides training to custodial employees on the specific equipment.
• Sole brands are necessary to keep training standardized and to limit repair parts stocking.