Supply and rental of interlocking barricades and chain link fence

Events DC (the Washington Convention and Sports Authority) is requesting quotations for the supply and rental of interlocking barricades and chain link fence, with bids due October 19, 2026 at 5:00 pm and questions due October 8, 2026 at 5:00 pm under RFQ 25-S-069. Certified Business Enterprise preferences apply, offering up to 12 points for qualifying vendors including small businesses, resident-owned businesses, local businesses, disadvantaged businesses, veteran-owned businesses, and equity impact enterprises.

The scope comprises 100 black 8-foot interlocking barricades with flat bases, 100 black 8-foot interlocking barricades with wheelbases, and 100 eight-foot by twelve-foot chain link panels, with additional goods available on an as-needed basis. Bidders must provide fully loaded hourly labor rates for setup and dismantling services. All pricing must be firm-fixed on a FOB Destination basis across the base term and four one-year renewal option years, and must incorporate shipping, administration, overhead, and delivery costs; travel time to and from the site is excluded from reimbursement. Price quotes are valid for ninety calendar days from submission.

The base contract term runs from award through September 30, 2027, with four one-year renewal options available. Delivery is to Events DC venues including the Walter E. Washington Convention Center and other facilities owned, controlled, or managed by the agency. Bidders must demonstrate three years of documented experience providing the required goods, hold all necessary District, Federal, and State licenses, and be bonded and licensed to do business in the District of Columbia. The contractor must provide manufacturers' standard warranty and guarantee defect-free materials and work for the rental term. Events DC intends to award multiple contracts to responsive bidders offering the lowest aggregate price over the contract life.

Submission requirements include W-9, tax certifications, DSLBD certification letters (if applicable), three customer reference letters, an Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement, a Disclosure Statement certifying any relationships with Events DC's Board or Executive Staff, and an independent price determination certification.