Warehouse Steel & Aluminum - 2nd Rebid

The City of Cincinnati is seeking a vendor to supply a broad range of warehouse‑grade steel and aluminum products (sheets, plates, bars, tubes, structural shapes, etc.) for its municipal facilities. The contract is structured as a 12‑month initial period with two optional 12‑month renewals, and pricing must be quoted per pound tied to daily market indexes (CRU, LME, COMEX). Vendors must maintain a local inventory (or a documented agreement with a Cincinnati‑area distributor) to enable emergency pick‑up, and must submit extensive certifications (insurance, EEO, SBE/MWBE, workers’ comp) through the VSS portal. The award will be based on price, compliance, local‑stock availability, stock variety, and delivery speed. • Supply of steel, stainless‑steel, aluminum, bronze & brass in multiple grades and finishes. • Prices quoted per pound; must reflect daily market index adjustments and include a 1 % administrative fee. • Local inventory or partner‑distributor required for rapid emergency deliveries within the Greater Cincinnati area. • Mandatory certifications include insurance, EEO (MSD‑147), SBE/MWBE, workers’ compensation, and tax‑good‑standing verification. • Contract term: 12 months, renewable up to 36 months total, with 90‑day notice required to decline renewal.