Assorted Wearing Apparel

The City of Newport News is soliciting bids under IFB No. 27-0915-3017 for the provision of assorted wearing apparel and accessories, including logo design, screen printing, and embroidery, for various divisions of the Department of Parks and Recreation. The contract will be administered via blanket purchase orders on an as-requested basis, with the City reserving the right to add or remove items and allow other city departments to utilize the contract. Bids must be submitted through the OpenGov Procurement portal by November 9, 2026, at 3:00 pm. To be considered responsive, bidders must provide a definitive delivery timeframe in calendar days, maintain a business address within thirty miles of 701 Town Center Dr, and submit all documentation, including a W-9 and anti-collusion certification, signed by an authorized officer. The selected contractor must provide goods that are new, unused, and the latest model, carrying a minimum one-year warranty. All deliveries are F.O.B. Destination and must be sorted by program, size, or team with appropriate labeling. Payment terms are net 30 days, and contractors are required to pay subcontractors within seven days of receiving payment from the City. Key compliance requirements include maintaining adequate liability and workmen's compensation insurance, adhering to non-discrimination and drug-free workplace policies for subcontracts over 10,000 dollars, and certifying that they are not currently debarred or suspended by any government entity. The City maintains the right to terminate the contract for convenience or for default and prohibits product substitutions without written approval from the Office of Purchasing.