RFB-25-12-Paper-Plastic-and-Assoc-Food-Service-Items-Bid-Package-PDF.pdf

This is a Request for Bid (RFB-25-12) issued by the Rensselaer County Bureau of Central Services for paper, plastic, foil, and associated food service items. The bid solicitation covers multiple types of disposable food service products including various sizes of plastic cups, lids, hot/cold cups, and other food service containers. The bid is scheduled to be opened on May 1, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., with a six-month contract period from July 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025. All items must be bid in their entirety, and partial bids will not be accepted. Vendors are required to have an office location within a 50-mile radius of the Rensselaer County Office Building in East Greenbush, New York.

The bid requires vendors to provide unit pricing for each item, with estimated quantities listed for each product. Bidders must submit complete and legible bids on the Official Bid Form, including manufacturer names and product codes. The county reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and award will be made based on the lowest responsible bidder meeting specifications. Pricing must remain firm for the entire six-month award period, with no price changes allowed. The county may purchase items through New York State Preferred Sources or Government Purchasing Cooperatives if pricing is lower. Successful bidders must comply with local laws, including the MacBride Principles of Fair Employment and provide appropriate insurance coverage as specified in the bid documents.