Paint and Paint Supplies

The City of Pasadena's Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Services - Parks Division is seeking a vendor to provide comprehensive paint and paint supplies through an Informal Selection solicitation. The procurement covers 93 different line items including spray paints, paint bases, roller covers, brushes, and protective equipment, with a specific focus on field marking paint. Vendors must provide pricing for all line items and demonstrate the ability to deliver materials within 3 business days to 233 W. Mountain St, Pasadena, CA 91103. The contract will be awarded based on the lowest price, with a contract period from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. Key submission deadlines include May 31, 2023 at 2:00 pm for questions and June 6, 2023 at 2:00 pm for proposal submissions through the City's eProcurement Portal. Bidders must complete multiple forms including a Vendor Questionnaire, Relevant Experience Form demonstrating previous project capabilities, and a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) from SAM.gov. Evaluation criteria appear to emphasize pricing, delivery capability, and relevant past performance.

The solicitation includes several mandatory compliance requirements related to equal employment opportunity and workforce diversity. Vendors must complete AA forms documenting their workforce composition, including the Project Workforce Utilization form for projects valued at $25,000 or more. The City appears to have local hiring preferences and may prioritize recruiting Pasadena residents for new positions resulting from the contract. Proposers must comply with the City's Living Wage Ordinance and potentially obtain a Pasadena Business License. Selected vendors will be required to submit additional documentation within 10 calendar days of notification, including a W-9 form, business license, and proof of insurance. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly stated, the comprehensive forms suggest a commitment to promoting diverse vendor participation. The solicitation covers procurement of paint and supplies for the Parks Division, indicating an anticipated annual spend, though no specific budget range is provided in the available documentation.