WS-FCS CN RFP Cafeteria Shoes

Solicitation Number

260-2600015

Department

Status Reason

Open

Opening Date

2025-09-23T14:00:00.0000000

Posted Date

2025-08-26T21:41:46.0000000Z

Commodity Code

Mandatory Conference/Site Visit

Special Instructions

Solicitation Type

Select RFP IFB RFI

Description

WS/FCS Child Nutrition intends to enter into an agreement with a Contractor who would be designated as the primary vendor for safety shoe purchases. Purpose: The purpose of this document is to provide interested parties with information to enable them to prepare and submit a proposal for a prime vendor safety shoe program. As this is a proposal and NOT a bid, the only information available at opening will be the names of the responding vendors. WS/FCS Child Nutrition includes approximately 74 cafeterias with approximately 550 permanent employees. Characteristics of winning bid should include (but not be limited to): 1.        Broad selection of safety shoes with excellent slip resistance as rated by independent laboratories and made of a sturdy material for a foodservice work environment. 2.        Only black shoes are acceptable. 3.        Broad selection of slip resistant shoes at affordable prices to employees. 4.        Location in Forsyth County where employees may purchase compliant shoes throughout the calendar year. (preferred but not required) 5.        Capacity to collect orders and ship directly to employees at home address or central office address. 6.        A variety of options for employees to order directly from vendor, including on-line, via toll free phone, via fax or U.S. Mail. 7.        Warranty against defects 8.        Satisfaction Guarantee for fitness and comfort 9.        Safety posters highlighting slips and falls for all kitchens 10.        Vendor label or tag displayed on all available shoes. 11.        Administrative support staff to implement coupon/voucher program for employees 12.        Ability to comprise one invoice on the 30th day of each month. Employee’s names and/or voucher number are to be itemized on the invoice or vouchers attached to invoice. 13.        Ability to take direct payment from employees for any amount more than shoe allowance and for any additional purchases.

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