Foodservice Smallwares

The University of Wisconsin‑Madison is seeking competitive bids from qualified vendors to supply a broad range of foodservice smallwares (kitchen tools, cookware, tabletop and service items) for its Dining Services department. Bidders must submit a completed Itemized Bid List indicating discounts off their current price lists, certify compliance with the university’s technical specifications, and agree to the State of Wisconsin standard terms and conditions. The contract will be awarded on a “lowest responsive, responsible” basis, with a three‑year base period beginning July 1 2026 and optional one‑year renewals. All submissions are electronic via the ShopUW+ JAGGAER portal; questions are due April 24 2026, and the final bid deadline is May 5 2026. • Scope: Provide any or all of the smallware items listed in the Itemized Bid List (no minimum quantity). • Delivery: FOB destination, with a 5‑day lead time after receipt of order; shipments must comply with campus delivery restrictions. • Evaluation: Discounts off vendor price lists; compliance with technical specs, insurance, and certifications (e.g., NRTL) is mandatory. • Contract: 3‑year base term (July 1 2026‑June 30 2029) with two possible one‑year extensions; includes standard Wisconsin procurement clauses (price‑freeze, insurance, record‑keeping, etc.).