RFQ033146 - Prescription Safety Eyewear UTC

The City of Columbus is issuing a universal term (blanket) contract for the procurement of prescription safety eyewear for its employees, including fire‑division personnel. The contract will run through September 30 2029 with a possible one‑year extension, and the City estimates annual spend of roughly $20 k (potentially up to $40 k). Vendors must provide a full catalog of eyewear options, warranty documentation, references, and pricing, and must submit questions by July 6 2026. The award will be made within 180 days of bid opening, and the supplier must meet ANSI Z87.1‑2015 and OSHA standards. • Provide prescription safety glasses (frames, lenses, side shields, dispensing fees, shipping) on a fixed‑price, FOB‑destination basis. • Offer optional employee‑paid upgrades (premium frames, tints, anti‑reflective coatings, polarized lenses, progressive lenses, etc.) and a repair/replacement program. • Include lens grinding/shaping for SCBA facepieces and a minimum 12‑month manufacturer warranty at no extra cost.