The City of Phoenix Finance Central Procurement Division is seeking to establish a Qualified Vendors List (QVL) for K-9 Food & Accessories through Request for Qualification RFQu-25-0540, targeting a five-year contract commencing on or about January 1, 2026. The procurement is specifically designed to supply food and accessories for the Phoenix Police Department's 37 K-9 units across multiple bureaus including Airport, Transit, Drug Enforcement, and Tactical Support. Vendors must provide a comprehensive range of dog-related products, including multiple brands of dog food for various life stages and dietary requirements, treats, and accessories such as beds, toys, collars, leashes, and kennels. The solicitation requires vendors to either operate at least one retail location in the Phoenix Metropolitan Area or maintain an online shopping portal, ensuring product freshness with at least six months before expiration. Evaluation will be conducted on a pass/fail system across three primary criteria: method of approach (45% of total points), capacity (35% of total points), and experience and expertise (20% of total points). Key dates include a pre-offer conference on June 26, 2025, written inquiries due by July 2, 2025, and proposal responses due by July 11, 2025, at 2:00 pm. The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged businesses, though the Supplemental Terms and Conditions document indicates general compliance requirements with non-discrimination and equal opportunity regulations. Vendors will be expected to offer firm, fixed discounts from manufacturer price lists and maintain competitive pricing throughout the contract term. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the comprehensive nature of the solicitation suggests a substantial multi-year contract value to support the entire K-9 unit's nutritional and equipment needs. The contract will be processed through the City's Procurement Portal, with technical support available via an online support bubble or email. Vendors are cautioned not to commence billable work until receiving an official purchase order or contract documentation, and the agreement will terminate upon reaching the end of its term or through specific termination provisions outlined in the full agreement. The solicitation is open to vendors capable of meeting the detailed product and service requirements for supporting the Phoenix Police Department's K-9 units.
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K-9_Food_&_Accessories_(Addendum_#1_Revision).pdf | 396KB | 7/7/25 | ||
Supplemental_Terms_And_Conditions_To_All_Airport_Agreements_(Rev._5-22-24-Formatting_Rev._7-11-24).pdf | 170KB | 5/12/25 | ||
Acceptance_of_Offer_Form_2025.pdf | 161KB | 5/12/25 | ||
Addendum_Form.docx | 31KB | Document | 5/12/25 |