79-20251024093559 Biloxi

The City of Biloxi, Mississippi, located in Harrison County, is seeking proposals for Employee Uniform Rental & Related Services through a competitive Request for Proposals (RFP) process. The procurement aims to select a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive uniform rental services for city employees, with a focus on high-quality uniform provision and related services. Proposals must be submitted by 10:00 a.m. on November 19, 2025, either electronically at www.biloxiplans.com or physically at City Hall's Second Floor, Mayor's Office, located at 140 Lameuse Street, Biloxi, Mississippi 39530. The selection committee will utilize a weighted evaluation system to assess submissions, with scoring distributed across four key categories: Proposed Cost of Uniforms (40%), Experience and Qualifications (20%), References (20%), and Quality of Uniforms (20%). The intended contract term is set to commence in December 2025, with the city reserving the right to accept or reject any proposals and waive informalities in the bidding process.

The RFP does not specify any specific set-aside provisions or restrictions on vendor participation, indicating an open competitive procurement process. No incumbent vendor information or specific funding amounts are identified in the documentation. The city has established a comprehensive non-discrimination policy that will apply to the contract, covering protections based on race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, and disability status. While specific budget ranges are not disclosed, the evaluation criteria suggest that cost will be a significant factor in vendor selection. Detailed specifications and requirements are available for review on the www.biloxiplans.com website and at the Purchasing Office, providing potential vendors with comprehensive information to prepare their proposals. Publication notices for this procurement are scheduled for October 30, 2025, and November 6, 2025, giving potential vendors ample time to prepare and submit their proposals.