RFP 9146 Healthcare Education Classroom Equipment, Supplies, and Related Services

Bowling Green State University is soliciting proposals under RFP 9146 to establish one or more as-needed contracts for healthcare education classroom equipment, supplies, and related services. The scope includes the provision of standard catalog offerings, consumables, replacement parts, and support services such as delivery, installation, warranty, and repair for instructional environments, labs, and simulation areas. The contract is scheduled to begin on December 1, 2026, and end on November 30, 2029, with the university holding the option to extend the term for up to five additional one-year periods. Awards will be based on the best overall value, evaluating factors such as responsiveness to specifications, product quality, past performance, and pricing. The agreement mandates that goods be shipped F.O.B. Destination, with payments issued Net 30 via ACH. Vendors must adhere to strict safety and environmental guidelines, including OSHA standards and proper chemical labeling, and must maintain specific insurance coverages, including Cyber Liability and Business Automobile Liability. Additionally, providers are required to comply with the university's nondiscrimination policies and support the participation of EDGE and Minority Business Enterprises. All proposals must be submitted through the Bid Express Message Center by the deadline of October 29, 2026.