Footwear

The State of Connecticut Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is conducting a solicitation (Solicitation #24PSX0002) for footwear through a two-phase online reverse auction process managed by EASiBuy, LLC. The procurement targets footwear products for various state agencies, including the Department of Corrections and Connecticut Valley Hospital. Respondents must submit required documentation without pricing by April 10, 2024, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time, followed by a reverse auction on April 24, 2024, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time. Vendors must provide comprehensive documentation including manufacturer reseller authorization letters, product specifications, and physical footwear samples for each market basket item. Evaluation criteria will prioritize pricing, conformity to specifications, past performance, financial responsibility, and delivery terms, with the contract awarded to the lowest responsible qualified respondent. Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted by March 27, 2024, at noon EST to Melissa Marzano, with answers posted as an addendum by March 28, 2024.

This solicitation will replace the existing contract 20PSX0159, either in part or in total, and does not appear to have specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Respondents must comply with state contracting requirements, including certifications related to consulting agreements, campaign contributions, and occupational safety violations. The State of Connecticut is exempt from paying excise, transportation, and sales taxes. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the contract will involve estimated quantities of footwear with payment terms of Net 45 days and Free On Board Destination delivery. Contractors will be required to execute an EASiBuy Supplier Agreement and will be subject to a supplier transaction fee charged by EASiBuy. The solicitation indicates that listed quantities are estimates and do not represent a commitment to purchase specific amounts, providing flexibility in potential contract execution.