Silkscreen, Printer & Plotter Supplies

The City of Pittsburgh's Office of Management & Budget, acting on behalf of the Department of Mobility & Infrastructure, is soliciting bids for Invitation for Bid (IFB) #2024-IFB-363, which seeks Silkscreen, Printer & Plotter Supplies for multiple government departments. The procurement covers a comprehensive range of printing and plotter supplies, with a critical requirement that bidders must propose a uniform manufacturer for all line items. Specific product categories include ink cartridges in various colors, Roland printer supplies, and miscellaneous silkscreen and cleaning supplies. The contract period spans from January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2027, with options for two additional one-year renewals. Key procurement dates include a question submission deadline of December 6, 2024, and a bid response deadline of December 13, 2024, at 2:00 pm. Vendors must provide unit pricing that includes shipping and delivery costs, with a maximum lead time of 45 days for order fulfillment. Purchase orders will be F.O.B. Destination, and bidders must complete several mandatory forms including an Equal Opportunity Review Commission (EORC) Participation Form, Vendor Contact Sheet, Vendor Registration Form, and W-9.

The procurement includes specific diversity and inclusion goals, with targeted participation rates of 18% for minority business enterprises (MBE), 7% for women's business enterprises (WBE), and 5% for veteran-owned business enterprises (VBE). Bidders are required to demonstrate good faith efforts toward achieving these participation goals, which will likely factor into the evaluation criteria. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the comprehensive nature of the supply contract suggests a potentially significant procurement value. The solicitation covers jurisdictions in Allegheny County and Philadelphia City, indicating a broad potential user base for the contracted supplies. Vendors must be prepared to meet stringent documentation requirements, including proof of business registration, tax compliance, and commitment to diversity goals. The multi-year contract structure and renewal options suggest the City of Pittsburgh is seeking a stable, long-term supply relationship for these critical printing and infrastructure support materials.