Horse Feed and Supplies

The City of Newark, New Jersey is seeking bids for Horse Feed and Supplies through Bid #2021-27, with electronic proposals to be submitted via the city's e-Procurement Portal (ProcureNow) by July 1, 2021, at precisely 10:15 am. This procurement opportunity is located within Essex County and covers horse feed and related supplies for a contract period not to exceed twenty-four consecutive months. Bidders must complete a comprehensive Bidder Qualification Questionnaire and provide various compliance documentation, including a Statement of Ownership Disclosure, Non-Collusion Affidavit, and Affirmative Action Compliance documentation. The bid package requires detailed disclosures, including any criminal convictions and compliance with various New Jersey state statutes and municipal codes. Evaluation criteria appear to focus on comprehensive compliance, vendor qualifications, and adherence to specific municipal requirements, with electronic submissions being the only acceptable method of bid delivery.

The procurement opportunity does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The City of Newark has waived both Bid Bond and Performance Bond requirements for this procurement, which may lower barriers to entry for potential vendors. Bidders must demonstrate compliance with equal employment opportunity guidelines, anti-discrimination provisions, Americans with Disabilities Act requirements, and certifications regarding investment activities in Iran, record retention, and sweatshop labor. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the available documentation, the comprehensive compliance requirements suggest a rigorous vendor selection process. The procurement is structured to ensure vendors meet strict municipal standards for doing business with the City of Newark, with an emphasis on legal and ethical business practices across multiple dimensions of corporate responsibility.