Cooperative Medical Trainer Supplies
Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES is soliciting bids for medical trainer supplies through a cooperative procurement process for ten participating school districts in Monroe County, New York. The Request for Bid (RFB-2143-25) covers medical and athletic training supplies to be delivered from February 1, 2026 to January 31, 2027, encompassing districts including Brighton CSD, Churchville-Chili CSD, East Irondequoit CSD, and others. The procurement includes over 130 line items spanning categories such as bandages, first aid equipment, braces, gloves, ice packs, splints, and exercise tubing. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation including non-collusion certification, Iran Divestment Act certification, customer references, company information, and a W-9 form. The bid requires pricing submissions in Excel format on a flash drive and a paper copy, with all transportation and delivery charges included in the unit price. Bids will be opened on November 12, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at 3599 Big Ridge Road in Spencerport, NY, with bidders expected to provide two copies of current catalogs and comply with various insurance requirements.
The procurement does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders are required to provide catalog discounts on items not listed on the price sheet, with discounts calculated as a percentage off current manufacturer's list prices. The cooperative purchasing approach allows districts to issue open or blanket purchase orders without minimum order requirements. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the comprehensive nature of the bid covering multiple districts suggests a potentially significant contract value. Bidders must demonstrate professional liability, workers' compensation, and general liability insurance. The contract includes provisions for potential price adjustments during the term, requiring written consent from BOCES and verification of cost increases from suppliers. Brands potentially included in the bid range from Cramer and Johnson & Johnson to Medco and Theraband, indicating a competitive and comprehensive solicitation for medical training supplies.
New York 11/12/25, 2:00 PM 10/24/25, 12:00 AM Empire State Trails – Gateways Improvement Project
The Hudson River Valley Greenway is soliciting sealed bid proposals for the Empire State Trails - Gateways Improvement Project (Project No. 2019-059), which encompasses infrastructure improvements across Erie, Monroe, and Niagara Counties, with specific work occurring in Rochester. The project will be procured under a single contract system (Contract No. 2019-09-26-01 - General Construction), requiring contractors to furnish materials and labor to complete trail gateway improvements. Bid documents can be obtained electronically by emailing submittals@thebcgroup.com or through hard copies available for a $100 deposit, with additional mailing costs. Prebid conferences and on-site project reviews are scheduled for September 10, 2019, in multiple locations including Tonawanda, Lockport, and Rochester's Genesee Valley Park. The bid submission deadline is September 26, 2019, at 3:30 p.m., with all proposals to be submitted to the Hudson River Valley Greenway's Albany office. Prospective bidders must submit requests for information (RFIs) using the specified form, with a strict deadline of three business days prior to the bid opening.
The contract opportunity includes specific subcontracting goals for minority-owned (6%) and women-owned (9%) businesses, though there is no service-disabled veteran-owned business set-aside. The contract term is specified as 12 months, with bidders expected to meet the outlined minority and women-owned enterprise participation requirements. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the gateway improvement project suggests a substantial infrastructure investment. Bidders must adhere to specific document handling requirements, including returning all plans and specifications to the engineer within 30 business days after contract award or bid rejection, with potential partial refunds available for document deposits. The project appears to be focused on enhancing trail infrastructure across multiple New York counties, indicating a significant regional transportation and recreational development initiative.
New York 9/26/19, 3:00 PM 8/14/19, 12:00 AM ROADWAY SNOWPLOWING INITIAL SEASON 2025-2026
The City of Rochester, located in Monroe County, New York, is soliciting competitive bids for roadway snowplowing services for the initial season of 2025-2026. The procurement seeks competent contractors to plow residential roadway routes from October 15 through April 15, with potential contract extensions. Contractors must provide one well-maintained truck with a City-approved Hydroturn plow, front-end loader, or articulated loader backhoe, complete with an operator for each route. Each route covers approximately six centerline street miles, with contractors required to follow specific Street-By-Street Directions provided in Appendix A. Key qualifications include passing a Vehicle Inspection scheduled in late October and having comprehensive insurance coverage. The bid includes a pre-bid conference on July 30, 2025, which is mandatory for bidders with less than five years of snowplowing experience, with proposals due by August 4, 2025. Evaluation criteria include equipment condition, operational capability, and ability to meet the City's snowplowing specifications.
The procurement does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The City offers a financial incentive, providing up to a 25% premium for contractors using four-wheel drive front-end loaders or articulated loader backhoes. A minimum guaranteed payment of $10,000 per route will be provided to contractors who fully perform services to the City's satisfaction. Successful bidders must submit driver, insurance, and equipment information within five days of award notification and schedule a Vehicle Inspection with the Department of Environmental Services. The City reserves the right to increase or decrease route sizes by up to 5% and to order services on one or more routes independently. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the contract allows for potential extensions up to two additional seasons, with prices adjustable annually based on the consumer price index. Contractors may face penalties for non-compliance and potential contract termination if performance standards are not met.
New York 8/4/25, 11:00 AM 7/14/25, 12:00 AM Cooperative Pool Supplies
Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES is seeking cooperative pool supplies through a Request for Bid (RFB-2137-25) for six participating school districts in Monroe and Orleans Counties, New York. The procurement covers a comprehensive range of pool maintenance and testing supplies, including chemical products like muriatic acid, oxidizer shock, sodium bicarbonate, chlorine products, testing kits, filter media, and chemical reagents. The contract period is from September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2026, with bids to be opened on July 31, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Bidders must submit pricing on an Excel spreadsheet provided on a flash drive and a paper copy, with prices including all transportation charges. Evaluation criteria will focus on selecting the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, considering factors such as reliability, product quality, specification conformity, and delivery terms. Required documentation includes non-collusion certification, Iran Divestment Act certification, insurance documentation, and customer references. The bid emphasizes that awards will be made based on a comprehensive assessment of vendor capabilities and proposal details.
The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The cooperative purchasing agreement allows potential expansion to additional participants under New York State General Municipal Law, providing flexibility for future participation. BOCES reserves the right to reject any bid or purchase items from alternative contracts if more favorable pricing can be obtained. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the documentation, the comprehensive nature of the bid suggests a substantial procurement across multiple school districts. The bid covers approximately 30 line items of pool supplies, indicating a potentially significant contract value. The cooperative approach enables multiple entities to leverage aggregated purchasing power, potentially reducing individual procurement costs. Vendors will need to demonstrate comprehensive product availability, competitive pricing, and the ability to meet the detailed specifications outlined in the bid documents.
New York 7/31/25, 2:00 PM 7/10/25, 12:00 AM MWBE/SDVOB Opportunity: MCC Downtown Pedestrian Safety Improvement
Villager Construction, Inc. is soliciting subcontractors, suppliers, and trucking companies for the Monroe County MCC Downtown Pedestrian Safety Improvement project, identified by Project Number #0502-25. The procurement opportunity involves infrastructure improvements focused on pedestrian safety in downtown Rochester, with bids scheduled to be received on June 20, 2025, at 11:00 AM. Potential respondents can access complete project specifications and plans through a provided Dropbox link. The project requires detailed technical submissions and is open to qualified contractors capable of executing pedestrian infrastructure enhancements. Interested parties must submit comprehensive bid documentation by the specified due date, with contact for technical inquiries directed to Adam Kohn at Villager Construction, reachable at 585-223-7697 or akohn@villagerci.com. The project has a defined contract term extending through December 31, 2025, and encompasses potential work across all New York State counties, with primary focus on Rochester.
The contract opportunity includes specific minority and diversity participation goals, with targeted subcontracting objectives for different business categories: 12% for Minority-Owned Businesses (MWBE), 3% for Women-Owned Businesses (MWBE), and 6% for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses (SDVOB). While the procurement is not designated as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Set Aside, it clearly encourages participation from diverse business enterprises. The solicitation represents a competitive bidding process that prioritizes inclusivity and opportunity for smaller or historically underrepresented business entities in public infrastructure projects. Although specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the pedestrian safety improvement project suggests a significant municipal infrastructure investment. Potential respondents should carefully review all documentation, ensure compliance with specified diversity goals, and prepare technically robust proposals that demonstrate capability to execute the downtown Rochester pedestrian safety enhancement project.
New York 6/20/25, 12:00 AM 6/10/25, 12:00 AM