TEO Uniforms for DDOT

The City of Detroit Office of Contracting and Procurement (OCP) is seeking qualified brick-and-mortar uniform respondents to provide Transportation Equipment Operators (TEO) uniforms for the Department of Transportation (DDOT) through Request for Quote (RFQ) 542944. The procurement covers a comprehensive uniform package for TEOs and supervisory personnel, including shirts (long and short-sleeved in light blue or white), pants (navy blue for TEOs, grey for supervisors), sweaters, shorts, skirts, hats, winter coats, ties, belts, and shoes/boots in specific colors and styles. Approved manufacturers include Edwards, Flying Cross, Liberty, and A+ Apparel, with potential substitutions subject to DDOT approval. Vendors must demonstrate at least three similar projects within the last five years, operate a brick-and-mortar retail location within 30 miles of DDOT's main office, and maintain adequate uniform inventory for immediate access. The solicitation was advertised on January 13, 2026, with questions due by January 22, 2026, and quote submissions required by February 3, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST through the Bonfire procurement portal. The contract term is two years, contingent upon Detroit City Council approval and signature by the Chief Procurement Officer.

The procurement includes equalization credits for Detroit-based businesses, with potential pricing advantages up to 12 percent above the lowest responsible bid or $100,000, whichever is less. Eligible businesses can receive certification under various categories including Detroit Based (D-BB), Detroit Resident Business (D-RB), Detroit Headquartered (D-HB), and others, with equalization allowances ranging from 1% to 5%. Vendors must submit comprehensive documentation, including completed City of Detroit Consolidated Affidavits, Certificate of Insurance, Income and Revenue Tax Clearance, System of Awards Management (SAM) registration, and a Statement of Political Contributions. Insurance requirements include Workers' Compensation with Michigan statutory limits, Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence/$2,000,000 aggregate), and Automobile Liability ($1,000,000 combined single limit). While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the uniform price sheet indicates potential for multiple line items across various sizes and types of uniforms, suggesting a substantial contract value for the two-year period. The City reserves the right to award one or multiple contracts and reject any or all bids as deemed necessary.