5658 - Bolts and Washers

The City of Redding, California is soliciting quotes for the provision of bolts and washers (RFQ #5658) to be delivered to the City. The quotes must be submitted to the Purchasing Office by 2:00 P.M. PT on November 25, 2025. Here are the key points: 1. **Quote Submission**: Quotes must be submitted on the provided attachment, accompanied by required documents, and can be sent via overnight delivery, U.S. mail, or hand-delivered to the City Hall address. 2. **Specifications and Requirements**: The City is looking for hardware that is proven, rugged, reliable, and capable of long-term service without replacement. The contract will require the contractor to stock a specified "reorder" quantity for delivery to the City. 3. **Contract Term and Pricing**: The initial contract term is from December 1, 2025, to November 30, 2026, with the possibility of two one-year extensions if mutually agreed upon. Prices must remain firm throughout the contract period. 4. **Ordering and Quantities**: Orders can be placed at any time within the contract period, with evaluated quantities specified as estimated annual usage. However, the City does not guarantee the actual quantities to be purchased. 5. **Reorder Quantity**: The contractor must maintain a stock of the reorder quantity in their warehouse facilities. At the end of the contract term, the City will purchase the reorder quantity on hand at the contracted unit price. 6. **Emergency Purchases**: The City reserves the right to purchase hardware from other sources in cases of emergency or immediate need. The City of Redding Purchasing Division will evaluate the quotes and may reject any or all quotes. The award of any resulting purchase order or contract will be made in accordance with the City Purchasing Ordinance.