The City of Worcester issued a competitive solicitation for the supply and delivery of medical examination gloves to its Fire Department. The contract calls for specific non‑sterile nitrile gloves (US‑220‑XL, US‑220‑L, US‑220‑M) in blue, with estimated annual quantities of 1,500 boxes of XL, 100 boxes of Large, and 50 boxes of Medium. Delivery must occur within one week of each order, and the vendor must meet insurance, warranty, and indemnification requirements. The award went to Henry Schein, Inc., whose bid was $6.20 per box totaling $10,230 for the first year. The contract runs for one year with the City retaining the option to renew for a second and third year at its discretion.
• Supplies 1,650 boxes of specific blue nitrile gloves per year.
• Requires one‑week delivery window, $1 M general liability, and a one‑year guarantee.
• Awarded on a unit‑price basis to the lowest responsible bidder, with optional two‑year extensions.