Snow Plow Blades

The City of Warwick, Rhode Island is conducting a competitive bid solicitation (Bid2026-205) for snow plow blades, targeting procurement for Kent County's winter maintenance needs. The procurement seeks various steel snow plow blades in multiple sizes and configurations, specifically requiring "Standard Highway Center Punch" design with square bolt holes that comply with SAE specifications and AISIC-1090 chemical composition standards. The bid is scheduled for opening on September 23, 2025, with bid specifications available from September 11, 2025, and the contract term spanning two years from November 26, 2025, through November 25, 2027, with a potential one-year extension option. The city anticipates purchasing between 50-100 blades annually, with mandatory delivery requirements of 1-5 business days after purchase order issuance. Evaluation criteria will primarily focus on the lowest responsive bid price, with the city reserving the right to reject any bids or award contracts partially or fully. Cooperative purchasing options are available through multiple purchasing agreements including RI State MPA, NASPO, MHEC, Sourcewell, OMNIA OPUS, and GBPC MAPC.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Pricing is structured with unit pricing for individual blades and bulk pricing for 10 or more units, with all blade prices required to include shipping costs. Bidders must complete multiple forms, including a Certification & Warrant Form and a detailed pricing sheet. The City of Warwick is tax-exempt from Rhode Island Sales Tax and emphasizes compliance with all applicable city, state, and federal laws. While specific budget ranges are not definitively stated, the anticipated annual usage of 50-100 blades suggests a potential contract value that would be significant for winter maintenance equipment procurement. Vendors interested in responding must carefully review the complete bid specifications and ensure full compliance with the technical requirements and submission guidelines outlined in the solicitation document.