Description
The City of Columbus is seeking a vendor to enter into a Universal Term Contract (UTC) to supply a full range of non‑safety work uniforms and related accessories for its various agencies. The contract will run for two years (Oct 1 2026 – Sep 30 2028) with a possible one‑year extension, and the City expects an annual spend of roughly $150 k, potentially up to $300 k. Vendors must submit catalog‑based pricing with percentage discounts, demonstrate experience, provide references, and be able to handle warranty service, identification‑patch work, and e‑catalog data entry. The procurement is conducted via an IFB; questions were due May 11 2026 and the bid deadline is May 28 2026.
• Supply new, unused garments (shirts, pants, coveralls, lab coats, jackets, high‑visibility, flame‑resistant, etc.) and accessories (caps, badge holders).
• Provide optional identification services (silk‑screen, embroidery, patches) and maintain catalog data for the City’s e‑catalog system.
• Meet strict compliance requirements (equal‑opportunity clause, M/WBE participation, contract‑compliance certification, warranty documentation, and possible COOPP cooperative purchasing).