Uniforms- Work Clothes, Outerwear and Accessories

Rockland County's Department of General Services is seeking a uniform supplier for work clothes, outerwear, and accessories through Request for Bid (RFB) #RFB-RC-2023-083. The procurement will serve all County departments and requires a vendor capable of providing comprehensive uniform solutions including shirts, sweatshirts, pants, jackets, caps, gloves, and related accessories with customization capabilities such as patches, embroidery, and screen printing. Vendors must submit manufacturer price lists with percentage discounts and be prepared to handle orders on an as-needed basis with no minimum purchase requirements. A virtual pre-bid meeting was scheduled for October 27, 2023, at 11:00 am, with bid submissions due by 3:00 PM on November 14, 2023, through the County's BONFIRE electronic bidding portal. The contract will run from December 6, 2023, through December 5, 2024, with options to renew for three additional one-year terms. Evaluation criteria will focus on responsiveness, pricing, customization capabilities, and the ability to meet detailed uniform specifications across multiple categories and department needs.

The solicitation demonstrates openness to diverse vendor participation, including provisions for small, minority, and women-owned businesses. Federal contract clauses require compliance with equal employment opportunity regulations, Davis-Bacon Act provisions, and clean air and water regulations. The county has included certifications for non-collusion and specific regulatory compliance, including Iran Divestment and Boycott, Divest, and Sanctions regulations. While no specific set-aside designations were explicitly highlighted, the bid includes affirmative steps to engage disadvantaged enterprises. Previous uniform contracts have included vendors such as Emergency Responder Products LLC, Feury Image Group Inc, NYS Industries for the Disabled, PowerPak Civil & Safety LLC, and The Liberty Store. Insurance requirements include general liability, automobile liability, and workers' compensation coverage. Although specific budget ranges were not detailed, the contract allows for flexible ordering with unit prices ranging approximately from $4 to $99 per item, depending on the specific uniform type and customization requirements.