Medications and Supplies Three Year Contract with Two One-Year Renewal Options

The document is a Request for Proposals (RFP) from the City of Providence, Rhode Island, for a three-year contract with two one-year renewal options to supply medications and supplies to the Providence Fire Department. Here's a summary of the key points: **Submission Guidelines:** * Bids must be submitted by 2:15 PM on April 20, 2026, to the Department of the City Clerk, Room 311, City Hall. * Bidders must submit two copies of their bid in sealed envelopes or packages labeled with the item description and company name. * Bids must include all required forms and documents, including Bid Form 1, Bid Form 2, and forms related to the Minority and Women's Business Enterprise Program. **Bid Requirements:** * Bidders must meet the attached specifications and note any exceptions or modifications. * Bids must be in ink or typewritten, and all blanks on the bid form must be completed. * Prices must be stated in writing and figures, and bids must be totaled to clearly state the final cost. * Bids must be signed in ink by an authorized representative. **Evaluation Criteria:** * The Board of Contract and Supply will make the award to the lowest qualified and responsible bidder. * The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids. * Bidders must certify that they do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and/or religion. **Contract Terms:** * The contract will be for three years with two one-year renewal options. * Financial assurances may be required, but are not necessary for this item. * Awards will be made within 90 days of bid opening, and all bid prices will be considered firm unless qualified otherwise. * Failure to deliver within the time quoted or failure to meet specifications may result in default. **Contact Information:** * Questions related to the process and forms should be directed to the Purchasing Department. * Questions related to the Minority and Women's Business Enterprise Program should be directed to the MBE/WBE Outreach Director, Grace Diaz. * Questions related to the specifications should be directed to the issuing department's subject matter expert, Zachariah Kenyon.