RFQ - AUTOMATED MATERIALS HANDLER SORTER - SANTEE BRANCH LIBRARY

The County of San Diego is soliciting quotes for the procurement and installation of an automated materials handling (AMH) sorter at the Santee Branch Library. The project requires the contractor to retrofit the AMH sorter into the existing housing, ensuring it fits within a 19-foot by 12-foot area and complies with California ADA space requirements. Key technical specifications include the provision of three sort locations, four bins, an interior staff-facing inlet, and a public-facing inlet with RFID capability. The system must adhere to County operating system standards, currently Windows 11 Professional/Enterprise 64-bit, maintain 99% uptime, and operate at a noise level of 160db or less. A primary performance goal is to achieve at least a 50% increase in materials check-in and sorting efficiency compared to current manual processes. The system must be delivered, installed, and fully functional by May 28, 2027, at 9225 Carlton Hills Blvd Unit 17, Santee, CA. The contract includes a first year of support and maintenance at no additional cost, with the County holding the option to extend the agreement for up to nine additional one-year increments for ongoing maintenance. Award decisions will be based on best value, evaluating factors such as experience, capacity, price, and the offeror's history of compliance. Contractors must provide comprehensive insurance as specified in the agreement and comply with strict confidentiality and non-discrimination standards. Invoicing is conducted monthly, with payments issued within 30 days of receipt of a correct and substantiated invoice.