The City of Buffalo is requesting bids for paper towels, toilet tissue, and dispensers. Bidders must submit a statement indicating they will work toward a minority workforce goal of 25% and a woman workforce goal of 5%. A bid bond, certified check, bank draft or letter of credit for 10% of the total amount is required when submitting a bid. Payment will be made within 30 days after approved completion of the contract and the rendition of a proper invoice. The delivery date is of the essence of the contract. Samples of products and dispensers must accompany the bid. The contract period shall be January 1, 2026 - June 30, 2026, with nine 6-month renewals possible.
The bid notice states he delivery date shall be considered by the director of purchase in making the award.
The bid notice states payment for material, supplies or equipment called for herein shall be made within thirty 30 days after approved completion of contract and the rendition of proper invoice to the division of accounting, 65 niagara square, room **** city hall, buffalo, new york ****.
The bid notice states ordinarily, proposals are not considered from bidders on supplies, material or equipment, if the bidder or manufacturer of same is in bankruptcy, or in the hands of a receiver at the time of tendering a proposal or at the time of entering into a contract, but the director of purchase reserves the right to accept or reject such proposals in the best interest of the city.
The bid notice states he contractor andor supplier and their surety shall be liable for and shall pay or allow to the city a sum equal to one percent 1 of the total amount of the contract per day as fixed and agreed liquidated damages for each and every calendar day, sundays and holidays included, after the date fixed for delivery during which time the contract shall remain incomplete.
The bid notice states bidders are strongly urged to inspect the facilities. contact the building superintendent at ****, room 1, in basement of city hall, for an appointment.
The bid notice states samples of products and dispensers must accompany bid
