1120_Jun_30_25_solicitation_doc.pdf

This is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the Town of Bloomfield, Connecticut, solicitation number 1120, seeking proposals for a comprehensive Disparity Study. The RFP was released on May 13, 2022, with a proposal submission deadline of June 3, 2022, at 1:00 PM EDT. A vendor Q&A period was conducted from May 13 to May 23, 2022, allowing potential bidders to seek clarification. The primary objective of the study is to determine and support a compelling interest for establishing a supplier diversity program, with the selected consultant responsible for conducting an in-depth analysis of the town's procurement processes.

The solicitation is open to all vendors, with no specific set-asides or restrictions. The payment terms are Net 30 Days, and delivery is specified as Free On Board Destination. No estimated total contract value is provided, and the solicitation has been designated as having no line items. The primary point of contact is Nancy Haynes from the Town of Bloomfield, who can be reached at 860-769-3534 or nhaynes@bloomfieldct.org. The RFP includes two documents: the main RFP for the Disparity Study and an Addendum 1, which interested vendors should carefully review to prepare comprehensive proposals that address the town's needs.