This is a sealed bid for custodians and maintainers uniforms for the Westport Board of Education. Bids are due by April 2, 2026, at 11:00 AM. The contract period is from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2029, with an option to extend for two additional years. Vendors must submit two copies of their bid. Key requirements include a drug-free workplace certificate, insurance, and compliance with equal opportunity affirmative action policies. Vendors must also provide detailed experience and references. Uniform measurements will be taken on Westport Public Schools premises, and delivery of uniforms must be made within four weeks of order placement to the facilities department at 1 Canal Street, Westport, CT. Questions regarding the bid must be submitted in writing via email by March 23, 2026. Vendors are required to bring samples of clothing items on scheduled fitting days for review.
The delivery of uniforms shall be made within four 4 weeks of order placement. The bid closure date for submission of proposals is April 2, 2026, at 11:00 AM.
Invoices for the Westport Public Schools can be submitted by email to ***@***. *. * or by mail to Westport Public Schools, Accounts Payable Department, P. O. Box 312, Westport, CT ****, Attn: Facilities Department.
The bid notice states that whenever an item or service is covered by a specified product or service warranty, such warranties must be submitted with the official bid or quotation specification sheets. All such warranties shall inure to the benefit of the board.
The Westport Board of Education reserves the right to reject any and all bids, or any part thereof, to waive defects in the same, or to accept any proposal it deems to be in the best interest of the Board of Education and/or the Town of Westport. In determining the ranking of responsible bidders, the board of education may consider, in addition to price, the quality, availability and type of items, the experience of the bidder, the sufficiency of the financial resources of the bidder and the reputation of the bidder for ability, integrity, judgment and performance, as well as the ability of the bidder to provide future services/supplies/equipment.
The bid requires vendors to provide a detailed written summary of their experience, qualifications, financial strength, and capability in providing similar services elsewhere. They should also include three references from similar engagements for Connecticut municipal and school clients, along with individual names and telephone numbers. Additionally, vendors must identify key staff and their background and experience.
The contract may be terminated by the Westport Public Schools if at any time, work is unnecessarily delayed, or willful violations of contract conditions exist, or the conditions are being executed in bad faith. The Westport Public Schools' written termination notice to the contractor will allow five 5 days thereafter to commence corrective measures satisfactory to the school system. In the event of noncompliance, the Westport Public Schools shall notify the contractor in writing to immediately discontinue any further work and vacate the buildings, ceasing any rights to plant and material.
The bid notice does not mention a mandatory or optional site visit.
The Westport Board of Education reserves the right to request equipment samples on specific items. On each scheduled fitting day, the vendor shall bring samples of each clothing item listed on the uniform order sheet so staff may review sizing, material, and style prior to placing their orders.
Questions concerning the process, procedures, or specifications applicable to this bid are to be submitted in writing before Monday, March 23rd, 2026.