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The City of Oakland seeks an authorized reseller and vendor to provide a range of general hardware, tools, and industrial supplies, including fasteners, door hardware, locks, paint and paint supplies, abrasives, plumbing supplies, hand and power tools, lighting, and electrical supplies. The vendor shall provide a percentage discount on a Price List and/or Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The contract term is for one year with an option to extend for an additional one-year period, with an estimated amount not to exceed $250,000.00. The submission deadline was September 21, 2026.
RFQ 430532 GENERAL HARDWARE, TOOLS AND INDUSTRIAL SUPPLIES.pdf
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Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 21, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://apps.oaklandca.gov/ContractOpportunities/Opportunity?num=430532. For questions, contact Santiago Nocito.
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The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: RFQ 430532 GENERAL HARDWARE, TOOLS AND INDUSTRIAL SUPPLIES.pdf. Review the full document from City of Oakland for the complete list.
Most government agencies, including City of Oakland in CA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Santiago Nocito at (510) 238-7563. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Oakland, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
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