This is a sealed bid invitation from the City of Worcester, Massachusetts, for the furnishing and delivery of automotive supplies for a period of three years, from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029. Bids are due by May 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM local time and will be opened publicly. Key requirements include: - Bidders must submit a certified check or bid bond. - A performance bond and payment bond are required. - All terms and conditions are applicable unless specifically deleted. - Requests for changes or interpretations of specifications must be submitted in writing or via email at least five days before the bid opening. - Prices quoted must be firm and include all applicable taxes. - Awards will be made to the bidder quoting the lowest net price in accordance with specifications. - Insurance requirements include commercial general liability, automobile liability, and workers' compensation. - A one-year warranty on all equipment, materials, and workmanship is required. - Deliveries are subject to strikes, lockouts, accidents, and acts of God. - Samples of products may be taken for analysis, and products not meeting requirements may lead to contract cancellation. - Bidders must provide an analysis of the product and details of the supplier. - The contract is subject to laws regarding discrimination and prohibits the employment of individuals convicted of certain felonies or sex offenses. - Bidders must demonstrate capability, integrity, and reliability. - For Category 1 (non-OEM parts), awards will be based on the highest discount percentage from the manufacturer's latest price list (MSRP). Multiple, non-exclusive awards will be made, with a minimum of three and a maximum of five suppliers selected. - Suppliers must provide an electronic website for parts lookup and ordering. - Cores will be picked up daily and credited within three business days. - No shipping charges, restocking charges for authorized returns, or minimum order requirements will be imposed. - Remanufactured parts must be clearly identified. - A quarterly report of all items ordered and an annual usage report are required. - Suppliers may be required to conduct a fleet survey and assist with parts organization. - All parts must have a minimum one-year unconditional warranty. - The City reserves the right to perform random price audits.
The bid notice states that delivery and/or completion will be made within twelve 12 days from the date of notification if the bidder fails to indicate a date of delivery and/or completion. For the overall contract, the period is three 3 years from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029.
The bid notice mentions prompt pay discounts will be considered when determining the low bid, except when discounts are for a period of less than 30 days. It also states prompt pay discount 30 days, net 45 days.
The bid notice states that the bidder to whom a contract is awarded guarantees to the city of Worcester all equipment, materials and or workmanship for a period of one 1 year after final inspection and acceptance and shall replace promptly any defective equipment, materials andor workmanship required without additional cost to the city. It also specifies that all parts must have a minimum oneyear unconditional warranty, including electrical parts.
The bid notice states that the procurement officer shall award the contract to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder. For Category 1 (non-OEM parts), awards will be based on the highest discount percentage on each parts pricing section, with bidders receiving points based on their discount ranking. Multiple awards are possible.
The bid notice states that the term responsible bidder means a person who has the capability to perform fully the contract requirements, and the integrity and reliability which assures good faith performance. It also mentions that additional scrutiny is justified, which may entail consideration of the contractor's system of oversight, training, and supervision of its employees, including customer service and courtesy, and care and diligence in hiring and assigning employees.
The bid notice states that if any bid is withdrawn after the time and date specified, the bidder shall forfeit the bid deposit as liquidated damages. It also mentions that if the successful bidder fails to make delivery or complete the contract within the time specified, the city reserves the right to make the purchase on the open market and charge any excess over the contract price to the account of the successful bidder. Violation of certain provisions, such as engaging in illegal or offensive behavior, shall be grounds for immediate and unilateral termination of the contract.
The bid notice states that samples of the product to be delivered may be taken by a city representative, either prior to delivery or while it is being delivered, or from storage facilities. The bidder agrees to furnish the necessary manual labor to assemble physical samples under the direction of the city representative. Any product not meeting the requirements after sampling and analysis may be cause for contract cancellation.
The bid notice states that any prospective bidder requesting a change in or interpretation of existing specifications or terms and conditions must do so within five 5 days (Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays excluded) before the scheduled bid opening date.