Fire Department Dress Uniforms -Three Year Contract with Two One-Year Renewal Options

The City of Providence, Rhode Island, is requesting proposals for a three-year contract with two one-year renewal options to provide fire department dress uniforms. The bid package includes several forms that must be completed and submitted, including a bidder's blank, certification of bidder, certificate regarding public records, and affidavit of city vendor. The key points of the request for proposal (RFP) are: 1. **Bid Submission**: Bidders must submit two copies of their bid in sealed envelopes to the Department of the City Clerk by 2:15 P.M. on April 20, 2026. 2. **Bid Package**: The bid package must include all required forms, including the bidder's proposal, pricing information, and details related to the goods or services being provided. 3. **Financial Assurance**: No financial assurance is required for this bid. 4. **Award**: The award will be made to the lowest qualified and responsible bidder within 90 days of bid opening. 5. **Contract Terms**: The contract will be for three years with two one-year renewal options, and the contractor will not be permitted to assign or underlet the contract without the previous written consent of the City Purchasing Director. 6. **Delivery**: Delivery dates must be shown in the bid, and a certificate of insurance will normally be required of the successful vendor. 7. **Payment**: Payment for partial delivery will not be allowed except when provided for in blanket or term contracts. Bidders must direct questions to the appropriate contacts, including the Purchasing Department, the MBE/WBE Outreach Director, or the issuing department's subject matter expert. The deadline for submitting questions is April 10, 2026, by 4:00 P.M. The City of Providence reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder. Bidders must certify that they do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and/or religion in their business and hiring practices.