Cosmetology_Barber_Supply_Specifications.pdf

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Cosmetology and Barber Supplies - UPDATED
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Event 32901-13993
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Davidson County, Tennessee

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This is a specifications document for a cosmetology and barber supplies procurement by the State of Tennessee. The document outlines requirements for a comprehensive range of supplies including hair care products, styling tools, disinfectants, and salon equipment necessary for cosmetology and barber training and operations. The specifications detail specific product categories, quality standards, and acceptable substitutes for items such as shampoos, conditioners, hair dyes, scissors, clippers, combs, towels, and chemical disinfectants. The document establishes minimum performance standards for products, including requirements for hypoallergenic formulations where applicable and compliance with professional industry standards for tools and equipment. The procurement encompasses multiple item line items with specified quantities and quality grades to ensure supplies meet the needs of Tennessee's cosmetology and barber programs.

The specifications document emphasizes the importance of product quality, safety standards, and professional-grade materials suitable for both instructional and operational use in cosmetology and barber services. Suppliers must provide products that comply with health and safety regulations applicable to cosmetology and barbering practices in Tennessee, including appropriate packaging and labeling requirements. The document specifies acceptance criteria for product substitutions and establishes standards for shelf-life and storage compatibility. Pricing terms, bid submission procedures, and award criteria are governed by standard Tennessee state procurement regulations, with awards based on responsive bids meeting all specification requirements while providing cost-effective solutions for the state's cosmetology and barber supply needs.

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Central Procurement Office • Tennessee Tower, 3rd Floor 312 Rosa L. Parks Avenue, Nashville, TN 37243 Tel: 615-741-1035 • Fax: 615-741-0684 Website: tn.gov/generalservices/

Specifications for Cosmetology / Barber Shop Supplies Tennessee Department of Correction

1. Background

The purpose of this Invitation to Bid (ITB) is to establish a contract for the provision and delivery of cosmetology and barber shop supplies to Tennessee Department of Correction (TDOC) facilities. TDOC intends to establish a contract with a term of thirty-six (36) months, with two (2) optional one-year renewal periods.

Pricing submitted by respondents shall be all-inclusive and include all costs associated with the provision and delivery of goods under this procurement.

2. General Requirements

The Contractor shall provide the specified cosmetology and barber shop items to multiple TDOC locations statewide. Additional locations may be added at any time at TDOC’s discretion. All items delivered shall be new, unused, free of defects, and conform to the specifications herein.

3. Scope of Work

The Contractor shall provide the following required items. Items identified as “or equal” shall meet or exceed the referenced product’s performance, material quality, construction, and durability.

Line 1: Shampoo Capes Waterproof, Stain Resistant with Velcro Closure, Adult

Line 2: Styling Cape Machine Washable with Velcro Closure, Adult

Line 3: Cutting Shears Professional stainless-steel shears, with finger rest and adjustable tension screw, Approximately 5 ½”

Line 4: Thinning Shears Professional Stainless Steel Construction, 28 to 30 tooth Min. 5 ½” to Max. 6 ½”

Line 5: Professional Clippers Corded, Heavy-Duty Performance Oster Classic 76 / Andis Master Adjustable Clipper or Equal

Tel: 615-741-1035 • Fax: 615-741-0684 Website: tn.gov/generalservices/

Line 6: Neck Strips Disposable sanitary strips (24 strips per box)

Line 7: Mar-V-Cide EPA Registered Disinfectant or Equal

Line 8: APCAT Catalog

The Contractor shall provide TDOC with access to its current catalog of cosmetology and barber products (APCAT or equivalent). The catalog shall remain accessible and updated throughout the contract term.

In addition to the mandatory equipment listed above, the Contractor shall maintain a comprehensive catalog of available barbering and cosmetology equipment, tools, supplies, chemicals, instructional materials, replacement parts, and accessories throughout the contract term. The Contractor's APCAT (or equivalent) catalog shall include, at minimum, the following categories of items:

• Professional shampoos and conditioners

• Hair color, developers, toners, and lighteners

• Permanent wave and chemical treatment products

• Relaxers and neutralizers

• Styling products, gels, mousses, sprays, and oils

• Professional combs and brushes

• Spray bottles and applicators

• Sectioning clips

• Barber aprons

• Barbicide jars and sanitation containers

• Clipper guards

• Clipper blades

• Clipper oil

• Blade disinfectant

• Clipper cleaning brushes

• Replacement shears

• Replacement mannequin heads and hair

• Mirrors

• Replacement parts and repair components

• Any additional barbering or cosmetology equipment or instructional supplies offered through the Contractor's commercial catalog.

The Contractor shall propose a fixed percentage discount from its commercial catalog or published price list. The discount shall remain firm for the duration of the contract unless otherwise provided herein.

Tel: 615-741-1035 • Fax: 615-741-0684 Website: tn.gov/generalservices/

4. Correctional Facility Locations:

TDOC facilities include, but are not limited to:

Riverbend Maximum Security Institution 7475 Cockrill Bend Blvd.

Nashville, TN 37209

DeBerry Special Needs Facility 7575 Cockrill Bend Blvd.

Nashville, TN 37209

Debra K. Johnson Rehabilitation Center 3881 Stewarts Lane Nashville, TN 37218

Turney Center Industrial Complex (Main) 1499 R.W. Moore Memorial Hwy Only, TN 37140

Turney Center Industrial Complex (Annex) 245 Carroll Road Clifton, TN 38425

Mark Luttrell Transition Center 6000 State Road Memphis, TN 38134

West Tennessee State Penitentiary 480 Green Chapel Road Henning, TN 38041

Northwest Correctional Complex 960 State Route 212 Tiptonville, TN 38079

Bledsoe County Correctional Complex 1045 Horsehead Road Pikeville, Tn 37367

Tel: 615-741-1035 • Fax: 615-741-0684 Website: tn.gov/generalservices/

Morgan County Correctional Complex 541 Wayne Cotton Morgan Dr Wartburg, TN 37887

Northeast Correction Complex 5249 Highway 67 West Mountain City, TN 37683

Specifications for Cosmetology / Barber Shop Supplies
Tennessee Department of Correction

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