The City of Warwick, Rhode Island, is requesting bids for Food Concessionaire Services and Vending Machines at various city locations. Here is a summary of the key points: **Bid Information:** * Bid Number: Bid2026-047 * Bid Opening Date: July 23, 2025, at 11:00 AM * Bid Submission: Sealed bids should be submitted to the Purchasing Division, with one original and two copies, in a sealed envelope marked with the company name and bid number. * No fax or email bids will be accepted. **Specifications and Requirements:** * Specifications are available at the Purchasing Division, Warwick City Hall, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. * Bidders must comply with all relevant laws, ordinances, and regulations, including those related to conflicts of interest and non-discrimination. * The successful bidder must provide a Certificate of Insurance for General and Product Liability in a minimum amount of $1 million, naming the City of Warwick as the additional insured. * The bidder must also provide an updated Certificate of Insurance upon expiration of the original certificate. **Award and Contract:** * The award will be made on the basis of the lowest evaluated or responsive bid price. * The contract will be for a term of two years, with the option to extend for an additional term upon mutual agreement. * The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids, waive minor deviations or informalities, and terminate the contract or any part of the contract in the best interests of the City. **Other Requirements:** * Bidders must complete and submit a Certification and Warrant Form, which includes a certification that the bidder complies with all relevant laws and regulations. * The successful bidder must provide a Certificate of Good Standing, if required, within ten calendar days after notification. * Prices must be held firm for two years, and the City is exempt from the payment of Rhode Island Sales Tax. **Contact Information:** * Purchasing Division: (401) 738-2013, bids@warwickri.gov * Christy Moretti, Business Manager, DPW: (401) 921-9602, christy.l.moretti@warwickri.gov **Bid Package:** * The bid package includes several forms, including a Bid Acknowledgement Form, a Certification and Warrant Form, and an IRS Form W-9 (if applicable). * Bidders must complete and submit all required forms with their bid.