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Vermont Solicits Statewide Contracts for Hearing Aids and Assistive Listening Devices

The State of Vermont's Office of Purchasing & Contracting is seeking proposals for statewide contracts to supply hearing aids and assistive listening devices. - Government Buyer: - State of Vermont, Agency of Administration, Office of Purchasing & Contracting - Primary contact: Deb LaRose, State Purchasing Agent II - Products/Services Requested: - Broad spectrum of hearing aids (including programmable and digital devices) - Assistive listening devices such as FM loops and personal amplifiers - Devices must include two batteries or a charger, a written warranty, and a 30-day money-back return policy - All products must comply with federal and Vermont laws, as well as State of Vermont Cybersecurity Standards - Contractors must provide devices from all manufacturers listed in the RFP and be able to add new manufacturers as they become available - Orders are based on recommendations from licensed audiologists or hearing aid dispensers - Pricing is based on manufacturers' invoice cost plus an administrative charge; cost-effective alternatives are encouraged - Quarterly sales reporting is required - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Devices must be kept current with technological developments - Inclusion of batteries/chargers and warranty is mandatory - 30-day return policy for all devices - Compliance with cybersecurity standards - Open to all qualified suppliers; no specific OEMs or vendors named - Primary users are clients of HireAbility Vermont and other state agencies, but the contract is available for use by all state agencies

Description

This solicitation is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the Office of Purchasing & Contracting of the State of Vermont seeking to establish contracts with one or more companies to provide hearing aids throughout the State of Vermont. The primary users will be clients connected to the State's Agency of Human Services, particularly HireAbility Vermont, with other State agencies also having access. Contractors will receive referrals along with audiograms and recommendations from licensed audiologists or hearing aid dispensers. The contract period is for 24 months with an option to renew for up to three additional twelve-month periods, anticipated to start on October 1, 2028.

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