Re-Bid Sports Equipment and Apparel

The City of Providence, Rhode Island is soliciting bids for the procurement of sports equipment and apparel (Item Description: Re-Bid SPORTS EQUIPMENT AND APPAREL FY27) through a Request for Proposals (RFP). Here's a summary of the key points: **Important Dates:** * Deadline for questions: May 22, 2026, by 4 PM * Bid opening date: June 1, 2026, at 2:15 PM **Submission Requirements:** * Bidders must submit 2 copies of their bid in sealed envelopes or packages labeled with the item description and city department * Bids must be addressed to the Board of Contract and Supply, Department of the City Clerk, City Hall, Room 311, 25 Dorrance Street, Providence, RI 02903 * Bidders must use the provided forms and templates, and not recycle old versions **Bid Package Checklist:** * Bid Form 1: Bidder's Blank (cover page) * Bid Form 2: Certification of Bidder * Bid Form 3: Certificate Regarding Public Records * Bid Form 4: Affidavit of City Vendor * Forms from the Minority and Women Business Enterprise Program (if applicable) * Bidder's Proposal/Packet: formal response to the specifications, including pricing information and details related to the goods or services being provided * Financial Assurance (if required) **Bid Terms:** * The Board of Contract and Supply will make the award to the lowest qualified and responsible bidder * No financial assurance is necessary for this item * Awards will be made within 90 days of bid opening, and bid prices will be considered firm unless qualified otherwise **Specifications:** * Bidders must meet the attached specifications, and any exceptions or modifications must be noted and fully explained * Bidders must provide pricing information, including unit prices and total costs * Bidders must agree to deliver the goods or services within the specified timeframe **Contact Information:** * Questions related to the process, forms, and submission: Purchasing Department, [https://forms.monday.com/forms/2623174bcb0d6268172c99a3aab9a409?r=use1](https://forms.monday.com/forms/2623174bcb0d6268172c99a3aab9a409?r=use1) * Questions related to the Minority and Women Business Enterprise Program: MBE/WBE Outreach Director, Grace Diaz, [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) * Questions related to the specifications: Senior Secretary of Recreation, Yamilka Manfredo, [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])