Paint and Paint Products

Louisville Metro Government is seeking to award a price contract for paint and paint-related products through Invitation for Bid (IFB) number IFB260080. The procurement covers a comprehensive range of paint products, including interior and exterior latex paints in various finishes (flat, eggshell, semi-gloss, gloss), specialty coatings like water-based epoxy, urethane alkyd, acrylic porch and floor enamel, and primers. Bidders must be capable of providing monthly and quarterly purchase reports, furnishing professional decorator color guidebooks, and maintaining a local operation within 25 miles of zip code 40202. The bid evaluation will be weighted 70% on price and 30% on company/product information, with key requirements including a one-year warranty on parts and firm pricing for the first year. Potential vendors must submit their proposals through the Bonfire procurement platform by October 8, 2025, at 3:00 PM EDT, with a question period running from September 18, 2025, to September 26, 2025.

The contract includes significant set-aside and diversity requirements, with minimum utilization goals for certified businesses: 15% Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), 5% Female Business Enterprise (FBE), and 0.5% Historically Black Enterprise (HBE). Vendors can qualify for local vendor and minimum wage preferences, potentially receiving a 5% reduction for businesses paying at least $10.10 per hour. The procurement encourages diverse business participation, with vendors required to complete Good Faith Effort documentation demonstrating commitment to engaging minority, female, and historically disadvantaged business enterprises. While specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the contract allows for annual renewals for up to five years, with potential price adjustments after the first year subject to Metro Government approval. Payment terms are set at net 30 days, and the contract includes provisions prohibiting discriminatory hiring practices through the "Ban the Box" ordinance, which restricts initial employment application inquiries about criminal backgrounds.