Sole Brand GE LOGIQ Ultrasound Equipment

The procurement involves a one-time purchase of GE LOGIQ Ultrasound Equipment for Ogeechee Technical College’s Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program, conducted under Georgia’s State Purchasing Act. The contract is a firm, sole-brand acquisition with no substitutions permitted, targeting models including LOGIQ Fortis R4 HDU Console, LOGIQ Totus HDU Console, and LOGIQ P10 XDclear R4.5, along with probes and accessories, all shipped FOB destination to the college’s Statesboro campus. The estimated contract value ranges from $100,000 to $300,000, with the process initiated through an electronic Request for Quotes (eRFQ) posted on September 30, 2025, with responses due by October 28, 2025. The contract term extends through the current fiscal year, with up to four renewal options, and requires compliance with Georgia law, including mandatory affidavits for E-Verify and tax compliance, as well as adherence to state contracting provisions that prohibit certain clauses such as indemnification, arbitration, and waiver of sovereign immunity. Key legal and procedural requirements include the submission of notarized affidavits certifying use of the federal work authorization program, detailed specifications and manufacturer authorization, and compliance with Georgia’s restrictions on contract terms that could impose unknown or unilateral obligations on the State. The evaluation process emphasizes responsiveness to mandatory requirements on a pass/fail basis, followed by lowest price determination among responsive bidders. Deliveries are FOB destination, with all costs included in the bid, and inspection and acceptance occur at the destination site. The contract incorporates multiple attachments, including specifications, justification documents, and compliance forms, which suppliers must review and submit as part of their response. The process is managed via the Team Georgia Marketplace portal, with detailed instructions for submission, formatting, and communication, emphasizing completeness, timeliness, and adherence to all specified requirements to ensure responsiveness and eligibility for award.