Item #357 - Fasteners

The Genesee County Road Commission is soliciting quotes for Item #357 - Fasteners through a Request for Quote (RFQ) procurement process. The solicitation seeks a two-year blanket purchase order for approximately 35 different fastener products, including various sizes of washers, nuts, bolts, and cable ties. Vendors must submit electronic quotes via email or BidNet Direct by Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. (ET). The goods will be purchased on an as-needed basis, with the potential to extend the contract for an additional one-year period, not exceeding a total of three years. Pricing must be quoted on a per-unit basis, with all charges included and prices remaining firm for the initial two-year contract period. The Road Commission requires FOB Destination delivery with full freight allowed and inside delivery, and will not pay fuel surcharges. Vendors may request price increases after two years with proper documentation related to fuel and material costs, subject to Road Commission approval.

The procurement opportunity does not specify explicit set-aside designations for disadvantaged businesses, but does include non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity provisions. Vendors must complete an Equal Employment Opportunity Plan and provide an IRS Form W9 before payment can be issued. The solicitation requires vendors to meet specific insurance requirements, though exact coverage details are not provided in the summary. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the contract appears open to qualified suppliers capable of meeting the fastener product specifications. The total contract value is not explicitly stated, but the two-to-three-year blanket purchase order suggests a potentially significant ongoing procurement opportunity for the successful bidder. Vendors should carefully review the complete RFQ document to ensure full compliance with all technical specifications, delivery requirements, and administrative conditions.