BLD2132311F1 - Request for Information (RFI) - Rapiscan X-Ray Systems Service Plans

This Request for Information (RFI), Notice of Intent to Designate Sole Source/Sole Brand is to determine if the specified commodity or service is available from multiple providers, or if an alternate commodity or service is available that would meet the County’s needs. This is not a request for pricing or a purchase commitment.The following commodity or service is thought to be available from only a sole source (or reasonable source) and is the only commodity/services that meets the County’s needs.The Broward County Aviation Department seeks to procure maintenance services of Rapiscan System's 600 series, 900 series, VOTI XR3D and Gemini X-ray inspection systems. These X-ray inspection systems are proprietary, licensed, and warranted exclusively by Rapiscan; therefore, neither the equipment nor the associated maintenance services can be obtained from any other vendor. The inspection and repair services required are highly specialized and involve complex X-ray technology.This RFI will remain posted until closing date and time.Prospective Vendors are requested to provide information regarding their ability to provide the commodity or service described or written explanation or other documentation contesting the proposed RFI designation.If you are capable of meeting or exceeding the County’s requirements for the specified commodity or service, respond to this RFI through the electronic bidding system. Vendor should upload any supporting information in the electronic bidding system as part of its response to assist the County in determining if commodity or service is comparable, is available from multiple suppliers, and meets the County’s needs. The Director of Purchasing shall have sole authority in deciding what is comparable.The Director of Purchasing shall consider such submittals and notify all submitting vendors (thru the electronic bidding system) of the decision whether to designate as a Sole Source/Brand, which decision shall not be subject to objection, protest, or appeal.

Commodity Codes

• Commodity Codes: NIGP 03595 X-Ray Scanner, Passenger Baggage NIGP 19397 X-Ray Contrast Media: Barium, Sulfate, Dyes, etc. NIGP 26096 X-Ray Equipment, Dental, (See Class 898 For Chemicals and Film): Film Mounts, Film Processors, Intensifying Screens, X-Ray Machines and Accessories NIGP 31078 Envelopes, X-Ray Film Filing NIGP 89880 X-Ray Machines, Diagnostic, Except Dental, Including Parts and Accessories NIGP 89890 X-Ray Supplies: Film Hangers and Holders, Labels, Markers and Mounts NIGP 93895 X-Ray Equipment Maintenance and Repair NIGP 97994 X-Ray Equipment, Medical, Rental or Lease NIGP 99090 X-Ray Film Badge Services NIGP 99297 X-Ray Equipment Testing and Calibration Services NIGP 2609650 X-RAY MACHINES, INCLUDING PARTS, ACCESSORIES AND SUPPLIES NIGP 4909690 X-RAY DIFFRACTION INSTRUMENT (XRD) TEST SYSTEM NIGP 9389555 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR, X-RAY EQUIPMENT NIGP 9489797 X-RAY SERVICES

Events & Timeline

Requested Information

Note: Template files for the items below (BidTables, Questionnaires) are available in the Attachments section of this opportunity.