BID - Badges, Nameplates & Insignias 2003

The document is an invitation to bid for the supply of badges, nameplates, and insignias for the police, corrections, and fire departments in Baltimore County, Maryland. The County is seeking vendors who can provide these items as needed during the specified period. The initial contract term is one year, with the possibility of renewal for up to five years. The County may order supplies as required and reserves the right not to order items that are not needed. The vendor should provide firm prices for the contract period, including delivery costs. Price adjustments may be requested, and the vendor must notify the County Purchasing Bureau 90 days before the contract expiration date. The contract may be awarded in whole or in part, considering the past performance of bidders. The successful bidder may need to provide samples for evaluation. Orders over $1,000 will be placed through release orders, while orders under $1,000 will be placed by telephone and charged to procurement cards. The County may extend the contract terms to other public bodies and entities, but all purchases and payments will be made directly between the contractor and the requesting entity. The County may also extend the contract to other County agencies. Price escalation based on the Consumer Price Index may be requested, but the County has the right to accept or reject the request. Timely delivery is crucial, and failure to meet delivery dates may result in contract termination. Equivalent items will be considered, but providing samples is mandatory. Bidders may need to demonstrate financial responsibility and sufficient resources to fulfill the contract. The County may inspect the facilities of bidders before awarding the contract. The award decision will consider the bidder's ability to perform the required work.