Highlands County Fire Extinguishers: Service/Inspection/Recertification - FWQ 25-019-RDV (2025)
Highlands CountyCounty · Highlands County, FL- Due
- Jun 10, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Rafael Vazquez
- (863) 402-6528
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Highlands County Board of County Commissioners is seeking quotations for annual fire extinguisher service and certification for Class A, B, C fire extinguishers, including inspections, recharges, and new units across county-wide facilities. The work involves maintenance of various extinguisher sizes (2.5 lb to 20 lb ABC, CO2, Halon, Water) and semi-annual hood maintenance (17A and K-Class compliant). Submissions are due by June 10, 2025, at 3:30 P.M. Vendors must hold a Florida Department of Financial Services Division of State Fire Marshal Class A Fire Equipment Dealer License and meet commercial general liability, auto liability, and workers' compensation insurance requirements. Award will be based on the lowest responsive and responsible quote on a grand total price basis.
Lowest responsive and responsible quote on Grand Total price
SUMMARY
Highlands County Board of County Commissioners is seeking quotations for annual fire extinguisher service and certification for Class A, B, C fire extinguishers, including inspections, recharges, and new units across county-wide facilities.
The work involves maintenance of various extinguisher sizes (2.5 lb to 20 lb ABC, CO2, Halon, Water) and semi-annual hood maintenance (17A and K-Class compliant). Submissions are due by June 10, 2025, at 3:30 P.M. Vendors must hold a Florida Department of Financial Services Division of State Fire Marshal Class A Fire Equipment Dealer License and meet commercial general liability, auto liability, and workers' compensation insurance requirements. Award will be based on the lowest responsive and responsible quote on a grand total price basis.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible quote on Grand Total price
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Formal Written Quote Form, Local Preference Affidavit, Women/Minority Business Enterprise Certification, Certificate of Insurance, W-9, Florida Department of Financial Services Division of State Fire Marshal Class A Fire Equipment Dealer License
- Submit to
- Upload to Highlandsfl.gov through VendorRegistry.com or email to [email protected]
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- Sebring, FL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Quote from Highlands County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 10, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Upload to Highlandsfl.gov through VendorRegistry.com or email to [email protected]. For questions, contact Rafael Vazquez.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Quote?
Most government agencies, including Highlands County in FL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Quote submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Rafael Vazquez at (863) 402-6528. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest responsive and responsible quote on Grand Total price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Highlands County?
All active and historical solicitations from Highlands County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Highlands County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Quote?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Formal Written Quote Form, Local Preference Affidavit, Women/Minority Business Enterprise Certification, Certificate of Insurance, W-9, Florida Department of Financial Services Division of State Fire. Review the full document from Highlands County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Sebring, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.