CRT RFP Nutrition Paper Supplies & Janitorial Items 2026 2027

Community Renewal Team, Inc. is requesting proposals for paper supplies and janitorial items to support its food production facility at 555 Windsor Street in Hartford, Connecticut, with proposals due September 23, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Bidders must complete at least 50 percent of the 48 line items on the bid pricing spreadsheet.

The scope encompasses foam bowls and plates, catering trays and dome covers, cleaning supplies (scouring pads, bleach, detergent), food service disposables (plastic utensils, napkins, foil, plastic wrap), personal protective equipment (nitrile gloves, beard covers, bouffant caps, hairnets, aprons), and janitorial products (trash liners, paper towels, tablecloths). Projected annual usage ranges from 1 case (beard covers) to 600 cases (plastic spoons) across line items. Vendors must submit pricing electronically in Excel format and include a completed bid form and sample certificate of liability insurance. Deliveries are required next day following order placement unless otherwise approved.

The contract runs October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027, with option to extend by mutual agreement. CRT reserves the right to split the award among multiple vendors and to reject any or all bids. Vendors must carry commercial general liability insurance with a minimum of $1 million per occurrence / $2 million aggregate, automobile liability of $1 million, umbrella liability of $1 million, and workers' compensation insurance. Either party may terminate for convenience with 30 days' written notice; liquidated damages for production delays are $150 per day.

Awards will be made to the most responsible, responsive, and qualified bidder based on price, past vendor history, response quality, and delivery capability. Bids will be publicly opened September 24, 2026. Contact Jeanette Dunbar at 860-560-5161 or dunbarj@crtct.org with inquiries. Proposals may be submitted by email to crt-bids@crtct.org, U.S. mail, or hand delivery to CRT's central office.