Furnish and Deliver Ascorbic Acid (Exp. 6/30/27) with Two 1-Year Options

The City of Providence, Rhode Island, is requesting proposals for the furnishing and delivery of Ascorbic Acid with an expiration date of 6/30/27, including two 1-year options. The proposal submission deadline is April 20, 2026, at 2:15 P.M. Here are the key points: 1. **Proposal Requirements**: Bidders must submit 2 copies of their proposal in sealed envelopes, including all required forms and documents, such as Bid Form 1, Bid Form 2, and the Certificate Regarding Public Records. 2. **Submission Instructions**: The bid envelope must be labeled with the item description and the City department, and addressed to the Board of Contract and Supply, Department of the City Clerk, City Hall, Room 311. 3. **Bid Evaluation**: The Board of Contract and Supply will evaluate bids based on the lowest qualified and responsible bidder, considering factors such as price, quality, and delivery date. 4. **Contract Terms**: The contract will be awarded for a period of up to 3 years, with the option to extend for two 1-year periods. The successful bidder will be required to provide a certificate of insurance and comply with the Rhode Island Worker's Compensation Act. 5. **Financial Assurance**: No financial assurance is required for this bid. 6. **Payment Terms**: Payment will be made in accordance with the City's standard payment terms, and prices quoted should not include federal excise taxes or Rhode Island sales tax. 7. **Delivery**: The successful bidder must deliver the Ascorbic Acid within the specified timeframe, which will be stated in the bid. If no delivery date is specified, immediate delivery from stock will be assumed. 8. **Questions and Contacts**: Bidders can direct questions to the Purchasing Department, the MBE/WBE Outreach Director, or the issuing department's subject matter expert, Richard Razza. Bidders must carefully review the proposal requirements, submission instructions, and contract terms to ensure compliance with the City's regulations and requirements. Failure to follow instructions or meet deadlines may result in disqualification or inability to evaluate bids.