1. ALL bids are to be completed in PASSPort. To access this bid, please visit the following link: https://passport.cityofnewyork.us/page.aspx/en/rfp/request_browse_public It will come up under a keyword search of the above EPIN#. Then click on the icon. If there are any issues with PASSPort, contact the PASSPort Helpdesk at: https://mocssupport.atlassian.net/servicedesk/customer/portal/8 2. As PASSPort is a new bid submission process, please allow yourself adequate time to become acquainted with the bid submission process. Do not wait until the last minute to contact us with your concerns. 3. A PRE-BID MEETING is scheduled for the above commodity on September 22, 2022, via Zoom. • The purpose of this meeting is to review the proposed bid package for the commodity listed above to ensure a good product and maximum competition. Your participation will help clarify any procurement and/or technical questions within the solicitation. If there are any changes to the bid, they will be made through a written amendment to the solicitation. • The exchange of information among buyers and sellers is necessary and will be taken into consideration to improve solicitation documents. • Please review the bid package in its entirety prior to the meeting; note any questions on your copy; and bring it with you to facilitate discussion. • All prospective bidders are strongly encouraged to attend. • Please email Alvin Pettway at: apettway@dcas.nyc.gov to request the link and invitation for the Pre-bid video conference, which will take place via Zoom. • Call-in Telephone #: (646) -558-8656 US (New York) • Date: September 22, 2022 / Time: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM • Meeting ID: 849 8986 0855 / Passcode: 581665 4. The BID OPENING/BID DUE DATE is scheduled for: October 13, 2022, at 10:30 AM 5. DCAS OCP will have bid openings virtually via Zoom and in person. Vendors must register first to attend bid opening via Zoom. • You are invited to this Zoom meeting. • When: October 13, 10:30 AM Eastern Standard Time (US and Canada) • Register in advance for this meeting: https://dcas-nyc-gov.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIpdeqsqzIuHdVxQ_2itFC_yAl-GHQXFzh9 6. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.