Furnish & deliver DOG food, CAT food, and CAT litter as needed

The City of Yonkers Purchasing Bureau has issued a Request for Bid (RFB-7489) seeking a vendor to furnish and deliver dog food, cat food, and cat litter for the Yonkers Animal Shelter. The procurement is specifically aimed at providing nutritional supplies for over 150 animals awaiting adoption, with precise specifications for six product categories including dry and canned dog and cat food, cat litter, and kitten food. The solicitation requires vendors to provide Pedigree, Meow Mix, Purina Friskies, and Fresh Step branded products, with allowances for "or equal" substitutions supported by detailed documentation. The bid is structured as a class award, meaning a single vendor will be selected based on the total aggregate price for all items. The bid opening is scheduled for July 25, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with delivery requirements of 2-3 days after order receipt to the shelter located at 1000 Ridge Hill Boulevard, Yonkers, New York. Vendors must provide unit prices in both words and figures on the provided bid schedule, with pricing inclusive of all transportation, shipping, handling, and delivery charges.

The contract will have an initial twelve-month term with an option to extend for an additional twelve months under the same prices, terms, and conditions. While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on bidder types are explicitly mentioned, the solicitation emphasizes that the specified brands were selected after careful evaluation and veterinarian guidance to meet the nutritional needs of shelter animals. Approximate yearly quantities range from 14 to 954 units across the six product categories, suggesting a significant ongoing supply requirement. The total contract value is not precisely defined, but the volume of products and the shelter's needs indicate a substantial procurement opportunity. Bidders are required to provide comprehensive product specifications and demonstrate the ability to meet the shelter's specific nutritional and logistical requirements. The procurement is limited to Westchester County and specifically serves the Yonkers Animal Shelter, with the city explicitly stating it will not pay additional fuel surcharges.