Supply and Rental of Interlocking Barricades and Chain Link Fence

Events DC is seeking qualified contractors for the supply and rental of interlocking barricades and chain link fence under RFQ 847140, with proposals due October 19, 2026 by 5:00 p.m., and questions due October 8 by 5:00 p.m. The District of Columbia certified business enterprise (CBE) preference program offers up to 12 points for vendors meeting criteria including small business enterprises, resident-owned businesses, longtime resident businesses, local business enterprises, disadvantaged business enterprises, veteran-owned businesses, local manufacturing businesses, and equity impact enterprises.

The scope calls for supply and rental of 100 black 8-foot interlocking barricades with flat bases, 100 black 8-foot interlocking barricades with wheelbases, and 100 8-foot by 12-foot chain link panels, with additional goods available on an as-needed basis. Goods must be delivered to the Convention Center or any location at Events DC-managed venues throughout the District. Prospective bidders must demonstrate three years of documented experience providing the required goods, possess all necessary District, Federal, and State licenses, and be bonded and licensed to do business in the District of Columbia.

The contract structure provides a firm-fixed-price base term from award through September 30, 2027, with four one-year renewal options. Bidders must submit firm-fixed prices for the base term and all option years, plus an hourly rate for setup and dismantling services; all pricing must include shipping, administration, overhead, and delivery. Prices offered must be as low as or lower than those charged to the contractor's most favored customer. Events DC will evaluate all responses based on lowest aggregate overall price over the life of the contract and intends to award multiple firm-fixed-price contracts to responsive bidders whose responses are most advantageous. Required submissions include a completed quote form, W-9, tax certification affidavit, ACH form, Clean Hands Report, Dun and Bradstreet Report, DSLBD CBE certification letter if applicable, and three customer reference letters. Contact Ishmael Murray, Senior Procurement and Systems Analyst, at imurray@eventsdc.com or (202) 249-3079.