180272 - Fire Equipment Leasing Program.pdf

The document is a Request for Proposals (RFP) from the City of Leesburg, Florida, for a Fire Equipment – SCBA Leasing Program. The RFP outlines the need for SCOTT Safety X3 Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus, fire equipment, and service agreements for the City's Fire Department. The proposed budget is $250,000 with a leasing term of seven or eight years. Vendors are required to submit proposals including company background, qualifications, references, financing options, leasing services methods, and a sample lease agreement. The city will evaluate vendors based on criteria such as background, implementation plan, pricing, and references. The awarded vendor will act as the city's leasing agent, negotiating lease terms, providing reports, and managing the leasing program. Vendors must complete and attach specific forms with their proposals and submit them electronically through the Vendor Registry system. The document emphasizes fair consideration, communication guidelines, and the importance of providing favorable pricing to the city.