Opportunity
Douglas County Ionwave #CI-2026-0120
Joint Procurement of Air Filters for City of Omaha and Douglas County Facilities
Posted
September 09, 2026
Respond By
September 23, 2026
Identifier
CI-2026-0120
NAICS
423730, 423840
This is a joint procurement by the City of Omaha and Douglas County for a wide range of air filters to be used in city and county facilities. - Government Buyer: - Douglas County Purchasing (on behalf of City of Omaha and Douglas County) - Main contact: Robert Archer - Products/Services Requested: - Over 100 line items of pleated air filters (MERV 7-8), polyester air filters (MERV 8), link panel filters (MERV 6-8), roll media filters (MERV 6), and Serfilco SF-50P 10U water filters - Filters specified by size, type, and efficiency rating (MERV), with quantities ranging from single digits to over 2,000 units per size - Notable part numbers include Serfilco SF-50P 10U, 2600512VSC-ME, and 2600181VSC-ME - All filters must meet ASHRAE 52.2 standards - OEMs and Vendors: - Serfilco is specifically referenced for the SF-50P 10U water filter - Purolator is mentioned for a specific pleated filter size - Most air filters are generic, with no mandated OEM, allowing for competition among major filter manufacturers - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Vendors must maintain stock for next-day pickup and deliver special order filters within 3-5 working days - Contract is a 12-month price agreement with up to four one-year extension options (potential total of 5 years) - Bid bond (or acceptable substitute), Responsible Contractor Compliance Form, Affidavit for Employee Classification Act, and Certificate of Insurance are required - Insurance coverage levels are based on contract value; liquidated damages apply for late or non-compliant performance - Quantities are based on a 10-month period, but contract is annual with options - Opportunity is open to all qualified suppliers; no set-aside restrictions indicated
Description
The City of Omaha and Douglas County are jointly requesting bids for the supply of air filters for city and county facilities. The solicitation requires bidders to provide all work and goods as specified in the bid documents, including compliance with bid bond requirements and submission of various affidavits and certificates. Bidders must submit questions by the specified cutoff date and provide original bid bond documents within seven days after the closing date. The contract includes a 12-month price agreement with options for four one-year extensions, covering various types of air filters with specified efficiency ratings and delivery requirements.