Vendor_Submission_Forms.pdf

The document is a compilation of vendor submission forms for a City of Newark, New Jersey contract opportunity for Novelties: Arts and Crafts Supplies (Bid 2025-52). The forms include mandatory compliance documents such as Equal Employment Opportunity Language, Americans with Disabilities Act compliance, Statement of Ownership Disclosure, Bidder Qualification Questionnaire, and various municipal ordinance compliance forms. The bid is scheduled to be received electronically via the City's e-Procurement Portal until 10:15 am on Friday, June 27, 2025, with electronic bids publicly opened and read aloud immediately thereafter.

The submission package requires vendors to complete multiple disclosure forms, including political contribution disclosures, investment activities in Iran certification, and criminal conviction verification. Notably, the forms emphasize non-discrimination requirements, with contractors agreeing not to discriminate based on age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, and other protected characteristics. Vendors must also disclose any criminal convictions, provide three recent contractual project references, and certify compliance with various municipal ordinances related to sweatshops, Sudan investments, and other ethical business practices.