The City of Mobile issued a sealed‑bid solicitation (Bid No. 5846) for Mardi Gras throws, requiring delivery of pre‑packaged Moon Pie confectionery (chocolate and banana flavors) and bead‑throw party supplies. Bidders must submit unit prices per case, provide a 5 % bid bond, and meet delivery of the first order by 22 January 2024. All items are FOB Mobile with inside delivery to the City Clerk’s storeroom, and the contract’s pricing is firm through 31 March 2024.
• Scope: 1–1,000 cases of 96‑piece Moon Pie cases (chocolate and banana) and 1–120 cases of 6‑dozen bead‑throw packs.
• Delivery: First order no later than 22 Jan 2024; all subsequent deliveries inside‑delivery in Mobile, AL.
• Requirements: 5 % bid bond, E‑Verify enrollment, possible Alabama Certificate of Authority for out‑of‑state vendors, and a 15 % socially/economically disadvantaged participation if contract exceeds $50 k.