ITB-CS - Safety Products, Equipment & Supplies

The City of Bartow is establishing a Qualified Vendor List (QVL) for safety‑related personal protective equipment (PPE) and related supplies. Vendors must offer at least a 10 % discount off MSRP/catalog price and be able to deliver items within two business days of a city request (24‑hour notice for urgent needs). The contract term is up to five years, with annual performance reviews and the possibility of rotational ordering among approved vendors. Required qualifications include a minimum two‑year operating history, appropriate business licenses (city or Polk County), insurance (CGL, Workers’ Compensation, Auto), and references. Vendors must submit a full catalog, pricing tables, and numerous certifications (drug‑free workplace, debarment, E‑Verify, etc.). The solicitation is open for electronic or hard‑copy sealed bids until September 24 , 2031.