Cleaning supplies

Chautauqua County is seeking a multiple-award contract for cleaning supplies through Bid No. S-1-24 CW, with proposals due on April 11, 2024, at 2:00 PM. The procurement encompasses a comprehensive range of cleaning-related products including cleaning and disinfecting supplies, floor care items, vacuum cleaner accessories, laundry soaps, hand cleaners, feminine care products, paper products, gloves, and miscellaneous cleaning items to be used across approximately 30 county office locations. The contract will be effective from July 18, 2024, to July 17, 2025, with bidders allowed to offer percentage discounts for items not explicitly listed. Potential vendors must submit sealed bids to the Purchasing Division at 454 N. Work Street, Falconer, NY, and are required to complete various certifications including non-collusion, Iranian divestment, and exclusion checks. Questions from potential bidders were accepted until March 25, 2024, and the county reserves the right to purchase items through piggyback contracts and to make awards by individual line items.

The county actively encourages participation from disadvantaged business enterprises, specifically targeting Minority-owned Business Enterprises (MBE), Women-owned Business Enterprises (WBE), Small Business Enterprises (SBE), Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE), and Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses. Bidders are required to provide detailed product specifications, including precise information about product sizes, brand offerings, and potential substitutions, with the understanding that some listed brands may not allow equivalent alternatives. The procurement is structured to be tax-exempt, with vendors expected to include all-inclusive pricing without additional charges such as fuel surcharges or shipping fees. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the county indicates the contract will cover cleaning supply needs across multiple departments and locations. Vendors must demonstrate compliance with various state and local procurement regulations, provide comprehensive product information, and submit all required documentation to be considered for the contract award.