Cooperative Building Supplies

Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES is leading a cooperative building supplies procurement through Request for Bid (RFB-2155-26) for electrical, lumber, and plumbing supplies. The cooperative bid involves three participating entities: West Irondequoit Central School District, Monroe 1 BOCES, and Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES, covering a contract period from January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2026. The procurement seeks comprehensive building materials including electrical wiring, electrical boxes, metallic tubing, conduit accessories, drywall, lumber, concrete mix, copper pipe fittings, circuit breakers, and painting supplies. Bids will be opened on November 6, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at 3599 Big Ridge Road in Spencerport, NY. Evaluation criteria include lowest responsible bidder status, considering reliability, material quality, conformity with specifications, and delivery terms. Bidders must submit extensive documentation including non-collusion certification, Iran Divestment Act certification, customer references, company information, contact lists, catalog discounts, and price sheets in both electronic and paper formats.

The procurement does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders are required to provide unit pricing inclusive of all transportation charges with no additional fees permitted. The contract allows for catalog discounts on items not included in the primary price sheet, with discounts calculated as a percentage off current manufacturers' list prices. All procured items must be standard, new, and of the latest model, with a minimum one-year guarantee against defective materials or workmanship. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the bid sheet includes estimated quantities for items ranging from 4 to 500 units across various supply categories. The contract may be made available to additional participants under New York State General Municipal Law, potentially expanding its scope and value. No minimum order is required, and each participating district will issue purchase orders based on actual quantities needed.