Bids are due by July 23, 2026, 2:00 PM CT for the installation of argon, shielding gas, and carbon dioxide distribution systems at Okaloosa Technical College. A site visit is recommended. Bids must be sealed and delivered to the Purchasing Department. Faxed or electronic bids will not be accepted. The award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.
Bids must be received by July 23, 2026, 2:00 PM CT. Bids received after this time will not be considered.
Payment terms are net 30 days after final inspection and approval by the district. Invoices should be submitted to the OTC North Project Manager.
Bidder must submit a sample of the actual factory written warranty. If not specified, the product is assumed to be guaranteed for a minimum of one year from installation/delivery.
Each bid shall be awarded on the basis of the lowest and best bid from a responsive and responsible bidder which meets specifications, with consideration given to quality, conformity to specifications, suitability, delivery terms, service, and past performance.
The bidder must be qualified and insured and hold a current and active Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DPBR) Commercial General Contractor license.
Failure to comply with terms may result in cancellation of the contract and removal from the district's bid list for one year.
A site visit is recommended and can be arranged with David Welch at **** or david. welch@okaloosaschools. com.
Failure to file a protest within the time prescribed in section ****, Florida Statutes, will constitute a waiver of proceedings.
Bids may be rejected for failure to acknowledge addenda, submitting more than one alternate per item, or failing to meet specific requirements.