RFQt Kitchen Service Equipment, Appliances, and Services

The City of Fort Worth is seeking bids for a comprehensive Kitchen Service Equipment, Appliances, and Services contract to support all City Departments on an "as needed" basis. The Request for Quotation (RFQt #26-0011) requires a vendor capable of providing maintenance, inspections, and repairs for commercial kitchen equipment, with the ability to replace appliances deemed beyond repair. Vendors must possess EPA Type II Certification and provide a detailed product catalog. Service response times are critical, with mandatory timelines of 24 hours for emergencies, 48 hours for refrigeration issues, and 72 hours for standard service requests. The initial contract term is one year, with potential renewals for up to four additional one-year periods. Evaluation criteria will include unit pricing, total quote price, delivery capabilities, vendor performance history, and overall cost-effectiveness. The solicitation was posted on October 31, 2025, with proposals due by November 11, 2025, and vendors must submit electronic quotes through the Euna Portal, including completed RFQt-01 Forms and a comprehensive bid table.

The procurement opportunity includes provisions for the City's Small Business Program, potentially offering advantages to local or disadvantaged business enterprises. Vendors must be prepared to register for direct deposit payments and submit electronic invoices, with payment terms set at Net 30 Days. Insurance requirements are extensive, mandating Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence), Automobile Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence), Workers' Compensation, and Professional Liability ($1,000,000 per claim). The City reserves the right to make multiple awards and is not obligated to purchase any specific quantity of goods or services, instead paying only for materials and services actually ordered and accepted. Additional contract provisions include non-discrimination requirements and compliance with state-specific legal stipulations, such as restrictions on boycotting certain industries. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the contract allows for annual price adjustments subject to City approval, providing flexibility for both the vendor and the municipality.