Friction Tester - Annual Calibration and Inspection Services

The contract requires vendors to provide comprehensive annual calibration and inspection services for a Dynasts US Inc. Continuous Friction Measuring Equipment (CFME) Vehicle, Model No. 6875 (Ford F350 Super Cab), with mandatory proof of manufacturer certification submitted upfront or within three business days upon request, otherwise resulting in nonresponsiveness. All work must be performed in Florida and includes furnishing labor, materials, equipment, and incidentals necessary to complete the service in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including OSHA standards, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and Broward County’s Prevailing Wage Ordinance. Vendor personnel requiring unescorted access to County facilities must obtain and wear a County-issued identification badge, comply with security protocols including consent-to-search forms and SSI nondisclosure agreements for Air Operations Area access, and wear distinctive uniforms clearly displaying the contractor’s company name. Travel expenses—including airfare, hotel accommodations, rental cars, meals, mileage, and airport parking—are reimbursable at fixed rates per Broward County policy, with no markups allowed, and require itemized receipts submitted with invoices for payment processing. The contract is a three-year term with an option for two one-year extensions, not to exceed five total years, and performance may be extended by up to 90 days if necessary. Pricing must be submitted as firm and comprehensive, including all associated costs, with group pricing and balanced pricing serving as mandatory pass/fail criteria; failure to price all items or demonstrating unbalanced pricing may result in rejection. Invoices are limited to monthly submissions and must include the purchase order number and be sent to [email hidden] and the Contract Administrator, with payment processed within twenty business days of receipt. Contractors are obligated to pay subcontractors and suppliers within fifteen days of receiving County payment and must maintain accurate financial records available for audit. The award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible vendor, with preference given in the event of a tie to those certifying a drug-free workplace program under Florida Statute 287.087. All submissions must be made electronically through BPRO by the deadline of June 17, 2026, Eastern Time, with receipt confirmation required. Vendors must certify accuracy of information, lack of collusion, compliance with prohibitions on covered telecommunications equipment, adherence to human trafficking prevention policies, and disclosure of any conflicts of interest involving County personnel. Non-compliance with any