NCC240102-COSMOEQUIP-ad1rev.pdf

This is Addendum No. 1 to a cosmetology equipment procurement issued by ABHA Architects on behalf of the New Castle County Vocational Technical School District in Delaware. The addendum revises the key ITB dates and milestones for the procurement of comprehensive cosmetology equipment for Paul M. Hodgson VO-Tech High School, which includes 141 individual items across 15 equipment categories such as salon stations, styling chairs, shampoo stations, pedicure and manicure stations, and related support furniture. The revised timeline establishes the ITB availability to vendors as December 1, 2025, with written questions due no later than January 13, 2026, and written answers to be posted no later than January 15, 2026. Bids are due no later than January 20, 2026, at 3:00 PM local time, with public bid opening occurring on the same date and time. Contract award is expected to occur within 60 days of bid opening. Equipment delivery, assembly, and installation is scheduled for April 1 through April 30, 2026, with the contract term running from January 7, 2026, through January 7, 2027, and potential for three additional one-year renewal options.

The addendum does not address pricing terms, set-asides, funding sources, or other salient contract conditions. Vendors must submit sealed proposals and are required to register through the Delaware Supplier Portal prior to award. Successful bidders must obtain performance bonds equal to 100 percent of the total contract award and maintain minimum insurance coverage including worker's compensation, comprehensive general liability, contractual liability, and personal injury protection. The district reserves the right to reject any bids, make partial awards, and select the lowest responsible and responsive bidder. Mandatory monthly usage reporting in Excel format is required, submitted by the 15th of each month.