30-26 - Purchase of Promotional Items for the Department of Public Utilities

The City of Cleveland is seeking a vendor to supply a broad array of branded promotional merchandise for its Department of Public Utilities (including the Water, Power, and Water Pollution Control divisions). The contract is a one‑year, firm‑price, sealed‑bid agreement with a ceiling of $250,000. Items must be imprinted with the appropriate division logos and delivered FOB to City facilities as needed. • Supply of items such as blue‑logo water bottles, backpacks, insulated totes, reusable cups, pens, stress‑balls, fan‑type giveaways, key‑chain flashlights, power banks, and other promotional giveaways across three utility divisions. • Quantities range from a few hundred to several thousand per line item; bidders must provide unit prices, delivery lead times, and any applicable discounts. • Mandatory submission package includes a bid form, 5 % bid bond (or full amount if ≤ $50,000), notarized affidavit, W‑9, vendor information, and the corrected Schedule of Items (Group A – CWD) as required by Addendum 2. • Pre‑bid meeting (optional) on March 27, 2026; questions due by April 14, 2026; bids due April 23, 2026, noon. Successful vendor will manage inventory, printing, and logistics for the city‑wide promotional campaign throughout the contract year.