Ottawa County - Purchase of Dive Team Equipment - Bid 102226 (2026)
Ottawa CountyCounty · Port Clinton, OH- Due
- Nov 12, 2026
- 10 days left
- Posted
- Oct 22, 2026
- Primary contact
- Brandi Overmyer
- (419) 734-6823
The 30-second brief
Ottawa County Sheriff's Office is requesting sealed bids for the purchase of specialized dive team equipment, including full face masks with integrated regulators, primary and redundant air supply regulators and gauges, pressure cylinders, public safety BCDs, heads-up display dive computers and transmitters, FFM comms units, communication lines, drysuits, and related accessories. Funded through the State Homeland Security Grant Program (SHSP). Sealed bids are due by November 12, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. local time, at the Court House, 315 Madison Street, Room 103, Port Clinton, Ohio 43452, where they will be publicly opened and read. Questions must be submitted in writing at least 5 business days prior to the bid opening. Required submissions include a non-collusion affidavit, a personal property tax statement, a W-9 form, and a certified copy of corporation resolution.
Full Face Mask with integrated regulator, Primary air supply regulator and gauges, Redundant air supply regulator with octo, Mini pressure gauge, 19 cu. ft cylinder, 19 cu. ft tank mount, Public Safety BCD, Heads-up display dive computer & AI transmitter, HUD mounting hardware, FFM accessory rail, Public Safety Drysuit, FFM comms unit with Hi-use connector, 200 foot communication line, Comm line storage bag, 360-degree swivel for FFM and second stage regulators, 3/8" male to 3/8" fernal quick disconnect set, LP breathing hose 30", Fin sets
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Summary
Ottawa County Sheriff's Office is requesting sealed bids for the purchase of specialized dive team equipment, including full face masks with integrated regulators, primary and redundant air supply regulators and gauges, pressure cylinders, public safety BCDs, heads-up display dive computers and transmitters, FFM comms units, communication lines, drysuits, and related accessories.
Funded through the State Homeland Security Grant Program (SHSP). Sealed bids are due by November 12, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. local time, at the Court House, 315 Madison Street, Room 103, Port Clinton, Ohio 43452, where they will be publicly opened and read. Questions must be submitted in writing at least 5 business days prior to the bid opening. Required submissions include a non-collusion affidavit, a personal property tax statement, a W-9 form, and a certified copy of corporation resolution.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest and best bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
18- Full Face Mask with integrated regulator
- Primary air supply regulator and gauges
- Redundant air supply regulator with octo
- Mini pressure gauge
- 19 cu. ft cylinder
- 19 cu. ft tank mount
- Public Safety BCD
- Heads-up display dive computer & AI transmitter
- HUD mounting hardware
- FFM accessory rail
- Public Safety Drysuit
- FFM comms unit with Hi-use connector
- 200 foot communication line
- Comm line storage bag
- 360-degree swivel for FFM and second stage regulators
- 3/8" male to 3/8" fernal quick disconnect set
- LP breathing hose 30"
- Fin sets
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Non-Collusion Affidavit, Affidavit of Contractor or Supplier of Non-Delinquency of Personal Property Taxes, W-9 Form, Certified Copy of Corporation Resolution
- Submit to
- Board of Ottawa County Commissioners, Court House, 315 Madison Street, Room 103, Port Clinton, OH 43452
- Scope location
- Port Clinton, Ohio
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Ottawa County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 12, 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: Board of Ottawa County Commissioners, Court House, 315 Madison Street, Room 103, Port Clinton, OH 43452. For questions, contact Brandi Overmyer.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Ottawa County in OH, 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 Brandi Overmyer at (419) 734-6823. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Full Face Mask with integrated regulator, Primary air supply regulator and gauges, Redundant air supply regulator with octo, Mini pressure gauge, 19 cu. ft cylinder, 19 cu. ft tank mount, Public Safety BCD, Heads-up display dive computer & AI transmitter, HUD mounting hardware, FFM accessory rail, P. 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: "Lowest and best bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Ottawa County?
All active and historical solicitations from Ottawa County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Ottawa County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 12, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Non-Collusion Affidavit, Affidavit of Contractor or Supplier of Non-Delinquency of Personal Property Taxes, W-9 Form, Certified Copy of Corporation Resolution. Review the full document from Ottawa 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: Port Clinton, Ohio. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.