DPS Rhode Island State Police Uniform Alterations

The Rhode Island Division of Purchases is soliciting a Request for Quotation (RFQ26005937) for uniform alteration services specifically for the Rhode Island State Police. The procurement covers 16 distinct uniform modification services, including sleeve length adjustments, dimensional alterations for shirts and jackets, neck size modifications, pants hemming, and specialized uniform customizations such as sewing patches, chevrons, epaulets, service bars, and buttons. Vendors must provide unit-based pricing for each alteration type and maintain appropriate licensing and insurance, including $1,000,000 in general liability and workers compensation coverage. The solicitation is open to all vendors and requires electronic submission through the Ocean State Procures system, with a bid period running from September 18, 2025, to October 21, 2025. Vendors must complete comprehensive certifications regarding business practices, potential conflicts of interest, criminal history, and compliance with state purchasing regulations.

The procurement includes a mandatory 15% allocation for minority business enterprises, creating set-aside opportunities for qualified minority-owned businesses. Vendors must register in the Ocean State Procures system and provide full disclosure of their business background and capabilities. The contract will be awarded at the state's discretion, with continuation beyond the initial fiscal year contingent upon fund availability. Pricing must be firm and inclusive of all labor and parts, with no authorization for additional expenses. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the solicitation, the contract appears designed as a unit-price service agreement for uniform alterations, allowing flexible utilization based on the Rhode Island State Police's ongoing uniform modification needs. The procurement is noted as a supplemental bid to a previous solicitation (RFQ25005695), suggesting potential ongoing requirements for uniform alteration services.