Austin Afo #IFB 8700 DCG1034

City of Austin Solicits Traffic Safety Flares for Police Department (Orion #0730 or Equal)

This opportunity involves the City of Austin's procurement of traffic safety flares for the Austin Police Department (APD): - Government Buyer: - City of Austin, Central Procurement Office - End user: Austin Police Department (APD) - OEMs and Vendors: - Orion Safety Products is the specified OEM (Item #0730) - Equivalent products from other manufacturers may be considered if approved by the buyer - Products/Services Requested: - Traffic safety flares, specifically Orion Safety Products Item #0730 (30 Minute Spikeless Waxed Flare) or buyer-approved equal - Part number: 0730 (Orion) or approved equal - Estimated annual quantity: 500 cases (36 flares per case) - Non-toxic material, 30-minute burn time, DOT Class Fusee, 4.1, NA1325, PGII - Each case weighs 26 lbs; carton dimensions: 17.5 x 7.38 x 7.25 inches - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Bidders must provide written certification of manufacturer, material weight, and ingredients - Documentation required: test results for burn time, detailed product specifications, and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) - Upon request, bidders must submit a sample case and a manufacturer statement confirming distributor status - Delivery is FOB destination, prepaid and allowed, to the Austin Police Department at 812 Springdale Rd., Austin, TX 78702 - Pricing must be all-inclusive with no separate administrative or shipping charges - The City may award a single or multiple contracts based on best value - Encouragement of small and local business participation; compliance with insurance and wage theft ordinances

Description

The City of Austin seeks to establish a contract with a Contractor experienced in the distribution and sale of traffic safety flares to be used by the Austin Police Department (APD). The contract involves supplying non-toxic traffic safety flares, including providing written certification regarding manufacturer and material details, test results for burn time, detailed specifications, and Safety Data Sheets. The Contractor may be required to submit samples and statements from the manufacturer upon request. Delivery terms specify FOB destination, prepaid and allowed, with delivery within a specified number of days after receipt of order.

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