Safe Sleep Kits

The Oklahoma Office of Management and Enterprise Services (OMES), Central Purchasing Division, is soliciting responses on behalf of the Oklahoma State Department of Health for the procurement of Safe Sleep Kits. These kits are designed to promote safe infant sleep environments in accordance with the latest American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) guidelines. The kits will include a portable crib, a fitted sheet, a cotton sleep sack, a safe sleep book for babies, and relevant safety literature, aiming to support infant health and safety initiatives within the state. The solicitation, titled "Safe Sleep Kits" with the number EV00000625, was posted on January 15, 2025, with a response deadline of February 14, 2025. The contract size is estimated to range between $500,000 and $2,000,000, and the project will be executed within Oklahoma. Potential suppliers are required to submit comprehensive bid responses, including various certification forms to ensure compliance with state procurement regulations. These forms include the OMES Form CP076, which verifies bidder eligibility, company registration, and certifications related to workers' compensation and veteran-owned business status. Additionally, the OMES Form CP004 non-collusion certification must be completed to affirm that the bid is free from collusion, bribery, or boycott activities, and that the supplier complies with relevant statutes. The procurement process emphasizes transparency and adherence to competitive bidding standards, with all responses evaluated to select qualified suppliers capable of providing high-quality Safe Sleep Kits aligned with current safety recommendations.