Seller Customer References Form B2727363.pdf

This is a Seller Customer References Form issued by the City of Philadelphia Procurement Department for Bid Number B2727363, which relates to a procurement opportunity for Electronic Components, Tools, Test/Measure Equipment and Accessories. The form requires bidders to provide three customer references from entities other than City of Philadelphia employees or departments, excluding suppliers or financial institutions. For each reference, bidders must supply the firm name, address, contact person, email, phone number, type of work performed, and the duration of the business relationship. Additionally, bidders must disclose any previous purchase orders or contracts with the City of Philadelphia, including the P.O./contract number, relevant department, contact information, and items provided. All quotes for this procurement must be submitted through PHLContracts no later than 10:30 AM on the bid opening date, with no quotes accepted after the opening.

The form serves as a critical due diligence document to assess bidder experience, credibility, and prior performance history. By requiring detailed customer references and disclosure of previous City contracts, the City can evaluate the bidder's capability to perform the work and track record of successful project completion. This standardized form submission is part of Philadelphia's procurement process to ensure competitive bidding and vendor accountability. The specific due date for quote submission through the PHLContracts system is contingent upon the official bid opening date, which bidders are responsible for tracking to ensure timely submission.