Safety Supplies

*****AMENDMENT #2*****This Invitation to Tender has been amended to answer the following potential bidder(s) question(s):Q1. For the case, do you prefer nylon, plastic, or metal?A1. Plastic is preferred. Q2.Do the First Aid Kits need to be CSA approved?A2. Yes, the First Aid Kits must be CSA approved that comply with New Brunswick standards.All other information remains the same.********AMENDMENT #1*****This Invitation to Tender has been amended to answer the following potential bidder(s) question(s):Q1. Can we bid on PART of the items, OR is it a take all? A1. Bidders are required to bid on ALL items to be considered for an award. All other information remains the same.***SCOPEEstimated Quantity Contract to supply SAFETY SUPPLIES on an as and when required basis, to various locations, for the period starting March 1, 2026 to February 28, 2027 plus four (4) additional mutually agreeable annual renewal option years (increments of one (1) year). GNB reserves the right to re-tender, re-award or delete the items in question should agreement not be reached.If bidder(s) choose to submit an "Equivalent Product", the bidder should provide product specifications at the time of bid submissions for the review and approval of the Department.REQUIREMENTSVendors are required to submit a bid on every item listed below. The intentof this tender is to award to only one (1) vendor who is capable of bidding on the ALLof the items. (This will help increase efficiencies in ordering and deliveries. We reserve the right to split this award to obtain the lowest pricing possible.)CONTRACT AWARD CRITERIAThis tender will be awarded to the lowest compliant total bid price for all items and consideration of other cost savings incentives, which ever provides the best overall value to the Province of New Brunswick. (Best overall value will be determined at the sole discretion of GNB and all decisions are final.)The Province of New Brunswick reserves the right to negotiate pricing, value added andother savings opportunities with the successful proponent, at time of award and throughoutthe contract term. Acceptance of any price changes or awarding of an option year is solelythe discretion of GNB. GNB reserves the right to negotiate lower pricing with vendors inthe option year(s). GNB may consider price increases in the option year if deemed to be reasonable and based on market conditions, not to exceed the most recent CPI.If a mutually agreed upon price cannot be reached GNB reserves the right to re-tender, re-award or delete the item(s) in question.HOW TO SUBMIT PRICINGBidders are invited to submit their UNIT PRICE--the price for a single product within the Tender Item--under the 'Unit Price Including Discount' column. Bidders should then multiply their unit price by the 'Quantity/Unit' to calculate the 'Extended Price'. The 'Unit Price Including Discount' and 'Extended Price' column directly on this Invitation to Tender. The "Total including all charges" should not include taxes.Unit pricing MUST include all shipping and delivery costs.PRICINGVendors should bid directly on the "INVITATION TO TENDER" document and pricing must include shipping charges.Vendors are to pay special attention to the "Unit" of Measure for each item, and bid ONLYin the indicated "Unit of Measure".The quantities indicated are based on previous year's purchases and are only approximate.If government requirements change, the projected amounts may vary considerably.SAMPLESFor evaluation purposes, samples may be requested prior to award. If a sample is required, you will be notified after the tender closing date.When providing samples, bidders must ensure that each item includes/states their own productnumbers (if they are not the original manufacturer), but they should also clearly state theoriginal manufacturer and brand, the manufacturer's product number, and their sellingpackage size or that item may be rejected.When samples are requested by the Province, the samples will remain the property of theProvince of NB for a one (1) year period. If bidders want the samples returned, they must be requested in writing on the packing slip, when submitted. On this request, the bidder should state the method of return (which will be charged to their company).SUBMITTALSBidders should include product information / specifications with their bid submission if bidding on an equivalent product.RETURNSThe successful vendor(s) must carry all cost incurred by the client(s) for thereturn of any and all products. The successful vendor(s) shall:- Not charge any restocking fees for goods ordered in error, or otherwise returned to theSupplier;- Establish return authorization and claim processing procedures for the return ofdefective or damaged goods, acceptable to the client(s) through e-mail, Internet portal,etc.;- Defective products will be returned to the Supplier to be replaced at no cost, includingfreight charges, to the Client(s)- Accept and process all claims within two (2) Business Day of claim submission by Clientfor all items reported as damaged, defective, not received or otherwise returned to theSupplier in the manner in which payment was received; and- Pick-up items returned by the Client (for which a claim has been submitted), within five(5) Business Days of the claim submission.SUBSITITUTIONSSubstitutions will not be delivered without the pre-authorization of Strategic Procurement.In the case of new product development or acquisition of new brands by the vendor, GNBreserves the right to accept substitute products of equivalent quality, with better unitpricing during this contract. (Any such product must be previously sampled and approved by GNB.)The Province of New Brunswick reserves the right to add additional items, which fallwithin the product category, during the term of the contract, if deemed necessary by theProvince.ORDER PLACEMENTThe successful vendor(s) must inform clients at the time of order placement whenproducts are on back order and/or out-of-stock.The successful vendor is to make available a toll-free number for enquiries.DELIVERYDelivery times after receipt of order must be met throughout the term of the contract and goods received within 30-45 days.Vendors must be able to deliver anywhere in New Brunswick to be considered for anaward on this tender and the pricing must include shipping.Some deliveries required at the following locations:BATHURST, Eel River, Campbellton, Dalhousie, Pokemouche, Caraquet, Paquetville, Tracadie, Lameque, Tide Head, Atholville, MIRAMICHI, MONCTON, Sackville, Bouctouche, Richibucto, Riverglade, Petitcodiac, Rexton, SUSSEX, Renforth, St. Stephen, St. George, Saint John, Hampton, FREDERICTON, Oromocto, Chipman, Nackawic, Woodstock, Florenceville, EDMUNDSTON, Plaster Rock, Perth Andover, St. Andre, Grand Falls.Please Note: 90% of orders will be requested from; Fredericton, Saint John, Moncton, Miramichi, Bathurst/Campbellton and Edmundston DTI locations.EMBROIDERYIf deemed necessary by the Province, the successful vendor may be required to include embroidery for the apparel listed in this Invitation to Tender document. The Province reserves the right to add additional products and/or services during the contract term.PARTICIPATION OF ELIGIBLE PUBLIC SECTOR ENTITIES By submitting a bid in response to this Tender, a Bidder irrevocably undertakes and agrees that if successful, and following execution of a contract with the Province, it will make the specified goods and/or services available to any public sector entity eligible to participate in this procurement process upon request by a public sector entity seeking access to those goods and/or services, provided however, that the Bidder's obligation to allow participation by other public sector entities does not extend to circumstances in which the Bidder would have to make capital or operational expenditures specifically in order to accommodate subsequent requests for goods or services by public sector entities. The Bidder may only provide the goods and services specified under this Tender to additional entities by entering into a separate contract with the new entity ("Additional Contract"). The Bidder acknowledges and agrees that the Province will not be a party to any Additional Contract, nor will the Province be liable in any respect for any obligation under, or act or omission by a party to, an Additional Contract. For the purposes of this section, a public sector entity means any provincial government or provincially funded entity in New Brunswick, including municipalities, universities, community colleges, school boards, health authorities, housing authorities, agencies, boards, commissions, and crown corporations. Further, any agreement the Successful Bidder enters into with an eligible public sector entity shall be on the same terms and conditions, including pricing, and expiry date, contained in the contract it enters into for the same goods and /or services with the Province hereunder.BIDDER QUESTIONSAll inquiries should be received five (5) calendar days prior to the closing date; any inquiries received less than five (5) calendar days prior to the closing date cannot be guaranteed a response. Please reference the tender number and closing date within your communications to ensure a prompt and accurate reply.REQUIREMENTSBIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO SIGN AND DATE THEIR BID IN THE SPACE PROVIDED BELOW.Safety Vests (High Visibility Safety apparel)-Background material - Fluorescent Orange for daylight conditions.-Meets CSA Z96-15 for Class 2 Level 2 -Background material - 100% polyester mesh-Retro reflective material is a yellow prismatic stripe with combined- performance that can be used under daylight and dark conditions. -One upper left patch pocket with a minimum size of 5.5" wide x 6.5" high with flap and Velcro closure to be placed on the inside of vest panel.-One lower right patch pocket with a minimum size of 8" wide x 6" high with flap and Velcro closure to be placed on the inside of vest panel.-Adjustable on the sides at the bottom for easy release with Velcro closures.-High tenacity resistant thread reinforced at pockets.-Minimum size for Velcro closures in the front is 1" wide X 1-1/2" long.-Tear-away capability required.-Estimated Annual Quantity: 160Breakdown by size:Small.....10Medium....50Large.....30X-Large...302XL.......203XL.......104XL.......10-Previous Brand: Pioneer- Please list product number and /or website link to product to verify it meets specs: