Lowndes County - 109 New SCBA Cylinders for Fire Rescue - LC-2026-05 (2026)
Lowndes CountyCounty · Valdosta, GA- Due
- Oct 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- Amy Woods
- (229) 671-2527
The 30-second brief
Lowndes County Fire Rescue seeks bids for 109 new SCBA cylinders under solicitation LC-2026-05. The required equipment includes 3M Scott 4500 psi, 45-minute SCBA cylinders with CGA valves installed, Fire Department logo printing, consecutive numbering starting with #129, 15-year service life, and state warranty. Submissions are due by October 14, 2026, at 11:00 am EST, with questions due by October 5, 2026. Bids must be mailed or hand-delivered to the Purchasing Department at 327 North Ashley Street, Valdosta, Georgia.
109 New SCBA Cylinders
Quality performance, time specified for performance of the contract, provision of needed and unneeded features, usefulness to the using department, whether bidder meets guidelines set forth in specifications, prior County experience, lowest responsible bidder
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Summary
Lowndes County Fire Rescue seeks bids for 109 new SCBA cylinders under solicitation LC-2026-05.
The required equipment includes 3M Scott 4500 psi, 45-minute SCBA cylinders with CGA valves installed, Fire Department logo printing, consecutive numbering starting with #129, 15-year service life, and state warranty. Submissions are due by October 14, 2026, at 11:00 am EST, with questions due by October 5, 2026. Bids must be mailed or hand-delivered to the Purchasing Department at 327 North Ashley Street, Valdosta, Georgia.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Quality performance
- Time specified for performance of the contract
- Provision of needed and unneeded features
- Usefulness to the using department
- Whether bidder meets guidelines set forth in specifications
- Prior County experience
- Lowest responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
109 New SCBA Cylinders
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
manufacturer's specifications of the model proposed, signed proposal form
- Submit to
- Purchasing Department of Lowndes County, 327 North Ashley Street, 3rd floor, Valdosta, GA 31601
- Scope location
- Valdosta, GA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Lowndes County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 14, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Purchasing Department of Lowndes County, 327 North Ashley Street, 3rd floor, Valdosta, GA 31601. For questions, contact Amy Woods.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Lowndes County in GA, 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 Bid 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 Amy Woods at (229) 671-2527. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 109 New SCBA Cylinders. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Quality performance, time specified for performance of the contract, provision of needed and unneeded features, usefulness to the using department, whether bidder meets guidelines set forth in specifi..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lowndes County?
All active and historical solicitations from Lowndes County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Lowndes County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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: manufacturer's specifications of the model proposed, signed proposal form. Review the full document from Lowndes 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: Valdosta, GA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.