The City of Tempe issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for event equipment rental, services, and supplies. The contract was awarded to Event Rents, a private company, for a term of two years with the option to renew for up to three one-year periods. The contract includes provisions for payment, delivery, and performance, as well as requirements for sustainability and anti-discrimination. The City of Tempe reserves the right to terminate the contract if funds are not allocated or if the vendor fails to comply with the terms and conditions. Some key aspects of the contract include:
• The vendor is required to provide event equipment rental, services, and supplies to the City of Tempe.
• The contract term is two years, with the option to renew for up to three one-year periods.
• The vendor must comply with the City's anti-discrimination policy and provide a copy of its antidiscrimination policy if it has 15 or more employees.
• The vendor must also comply with Arizona House Bill 2488 and certify that it does not use forced labor in the production of goods or services.
• The City of Tempe has a strong commitment to sustainability and has developed a Sustainable Procurement Policy to guide its procurement decisions.