T25-036-01

The City of Tempe has awarded a contract to Saguaro Diving & Sports Inc. for the maintenance, testing, and certification of dive gear. The contract has a term of 2 years, with the option to renew for an additional 3 years. The contract includes provisions for the vendor to provide a copy of their antidiscrimination policy and to certify that they do not use forced labor in their supply chain. The City of Tempe is committed to sustainable practices and has developed a Sustainable Procurement Policy to guide contract award decisions. Some key points of the contract include: • The vendor must provide a copy of their antidiscrimination policy and certify that they do not discriminate against employees based on race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, familial status, age, disability, or United States military veteran status. • The vendor must certify that they do not use forced labor in their supply chain and must provide written certification of this. • The contract includes provisions for the vendor to provide sustainable products and services, including energy-efficient equipment and recyclable materials. • The City of Tempe has the option to terminate the contract at any time, with or without cause, and the vendor must indemnify the City against any claims or damages arising from the contract.