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- RFI 472 180000000016 1
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- Kalamazoo County, Michigan
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This Request for Information (RFI) is issued by the State of Michigan Department of Corrections Procurement division (Request ID: 180000000016) to gather market intelligence on mattress ticking specifications and suppliers. The RFI seeks information on types of mattress ticking, applicable regulations, testing standards, and industry best practices to inform the development of a future Request for Proposal (RFP). The Michigan State Industries (MSI) manufactures mattresses for the Michigan Department of Corrections and other public entities. Vendors are invited to submit responses by 3:00 p.m. EDT on April 27, 2018, with a question deadline of April 12, 2018. Responses should be submitted through the SIGMA VSS system and via email to Cathy Carr at CarrC@michigan.gov. The State reserves the right to invite vendors for oral presentations and indicated that a follow-up to responses would occur on May 4, 2018. Vendors are requested to provide 12" x 12" samples of their ticking products and to redline the canceled bid document using track changes with suggestions for improvements.
The RFI requires respondents to address comprehensive technical specifications including cigarette ignition testing (CFR 16 Part 1632 Class A compliance), antimicrobial properties, anti-static capabilities, skin sensitization and cytotoxicity testing, phthalate-free and PVC-free construction with four-way stretching, hypoallergenic properties, hydrostatic waterproofing capabilities, peel adhesion, weight, tear strength, and breaking strength. MSI has historically used Surechek ticking; however, vendors may propose alternate products of equivalent or greater quality for State consideration. The State retains sole discretion to incorporate alternate products or suggested redlines into the upcoming bid document. No pricing information is requested in this RFI, and all responses will become the property of the State and subject to disclosure under Michigan's Freedom of Information Act. The State will incur no liability for costs associated with response preparation or submission.
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Request for Information
STATE OF MICHIGAN
Department of Corrections Procurement Mattress Ticking, MSI Request For Information 180000000016
This Request for Information (RFI) seeks to obtain information on mattress ticking specifications This information gathered is intended to assist the State of Michigan to better understand (a) types of mattress ticking, (b) regulations for mattress ticking and how it relates to mattress production, (c) various testing (d) industry best practices, Anticipated Timeline Issue Date
4/5/18 Deadline to Submit Questions
5:00 p.m. EDT
4/12/18 Anticipated Date State will Post Answers to Questions
4/1/18 Deadline to Submit Response 3:00 p.m. EDT 4/27/18 Follow up to responses, if necessary 5/4/18 The information in this document is subject to change. Check www.michigan.gov/SIGMAVSS for the current information.
STATE OF MICHIGAN
REQUEST FOR INFORMATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THE STATE. The sole point of contact concerning this Request for Information (RFI) is:
Cathy Carr, Buyer CarrC@michigan.gov 517-241-2192
2. QUESTIONS. Questions concerning the RFI must be emailed to CarrC@michigan.gov no later than the time and date specified on the cover page of this document. Answers to questions will be posted on www.michigan.gov/SIGMAVSS.
Questions should be submitted using the following format:
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| Document and Section |
| Page# / Requirement# |
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3. RESERVED.
4. DELIVERY OF RESPONSE. Vendors should provide an informational response on www.michigan.gov/SIGMAVSS and should email carrc@michigan.gov no later than the date and time located on the cover page of this document. All documents should be created using tools that are compatible with the Microsoft Office Suite 97 standard desktop tools, without need for conversion. System prompts for pricing attachments and information can be disregarded.
Questions on how to submit information or how to navigate in the SIGMA system can be answered by calling (517) 373-4111 or (888) 734-9749.
5. ORAL PRESENTATION. The State reserves the right to invite some vendors for oral presentations.
6. GENERAL RESPONSE CONDITIONS. The State will not be liable for any costs incurred in preparation of vendor’s response, delivery of the response, and any follow-up discussions with the State. This RFI is not an offer to enter into a contract.
7. FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT. All portions of a response are subject to disclosure as required under the Michigan’s Freedom of Information Act, 1976 Public Act 422.
8. RIGHTS TO INFORMATION CONTAINED IN RESPONSES. All informational responses will be considered the property of the State.
STATE OF MICHIGAN
Request For Information 180000000016 Mattress Ticking, MSI The purpose for this Request for Information (RFI) includes, but is not limited to, collecting market information to better understand (a) types of mattress ticking, (b) regulations for mattress ticking and how they relate to mattress production, (c) various testing of mattress ticking, and (d) best industries practice. The information gathered may be used to assist the State in developing program strategy and possibly developing a Request for Proposal (RFP).
The State of Michigan will be posting an upcoming bid for mattress ticking. Historically, MSI has used Surechek, as described in the attached canceled bid. If you have an alternate product of equivalent or greater quality, please respond to this RFI with your product name and specifications. The State will determine, in its sole discretion, which if any, alternate products are incorporated into the upcoming bid document.
Send a sample of the 12” x 12” of each ticking to:
Department of Corrections – Finance Division
Grand View Plaza Building
206 E. Michigan Ave.
Lansing, MI 48933 Vendors are asked to redline canceled bid, before it is re-posted. Please use track changes or document your suggestions in a separate document. The State will determine, in its sole discretion, which if any redlines are incorporated into the upcoming bid document.
1. Program Overview
The Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC) Michigan State Industries (MSI) manufactures goods and provides services to State agencies, tax supported entities, and local government units. MSI manufactures mattresses for sale to the MDOC as well as other public entities.
2. Requirements MSI’s proposed specifications require the following:
a) Fabric must meet cigarette test 16 CFR Part 1632 as a Class A.
STATE OF MICHIGAN
Request for Information
Mattress Ticking
RESPONSE PREPARATION
Please respond to the following topics and questions in a “Question and Answer” format, providing thorough information for each, when possible. Responses may also be provided on specification sheets that include testing methods and results.
1. Company full name and address.
2. Name, telephone number, and email address of the individual(s) who will serve as your company’s authorized contact.
3. Please identify who was involved in developing the response to this RFI?
4. Are you a manufacturer or reseller of mattress ticking?
5. Do you have experience providing mattress ticking for institutional use? Please provide details.
6. Please state the classification for CFR cigarette ignition testing your ticking passes (Class A, B, or C)
7. Do you incorporate an antimicrobial system that is resistant to organisms that degrade stain, or impart odors on the service of the fabric?
a. Please explain the testing you conduct for the antimicrobial system.
b. Identify the ASTM standard or alternative standard.
c. If you do not incorporate or test for antimicrobial, please explain why not.
8. Do you incorporate anti-static properties into your ticking?
a. Please explain the testing you conduct for anti-static properties.
b. Is the anti-static test a permanent property or a surface treatment? Please explain.
c. Identify the testing standard used.
d. If you do not test for anti-static properties, please explain why not.
9. Do you incorporate biological properties for skin sensitization and irritation into your ticking?
a. Please explain the biological testing you conduct for skin sensitization and irritation.
b. Identify the testing standard used.
c. If you do not test for skin sensitization and irritation, please explain why not.
10. Do you conduct testing for cytotoxicity of your ticking?
a. Please explain the testing you conduct of cytotoxicity of fabric.
b. Identify the testing standard used.
c. If you do not test for cytotoxicity, please explain why not.
11. Is your ticking phthalate free and PVC free with 4 way stretching capabilities?
a. Please explain the advantages and disadvantages of this requirement.
12. Is your ticking hypoallergenic?
a. Please explain the testing you conduct for hypoallergenicity of fabric.
b. Identify the testing standard used.
c. If your material is not hypoallergenic, please explain why not.
13. Does your ticking meet standards for hydrostatic waterproofing (PSI) indicating no leakages.
a. What is the PSI?
b. Please explain why you use this PSI and the effect it has on the construction or durability of mattresses.
c. Identify the testing standard used.
d. If you do not test for hydro waterproofing (PSI), please explain why not.
14. What is the Peel Adhesion?
a. Please explain why you use this peel adhesion and the effect it has on the construction or durability of mattresses.
b. Please explain the testing you conduct for peel adhesion.
c. Identify the testing standard used.
d. If you do not test for peel adhesion, please explain why not.
15. What is the weight of the ticking? Please explain the effect the weight of the ticking has the construction or durability of mattress manufacturing.
16. What is the typical tear strength?
a. Please explain why you use this strength and the effect it has on mattress manufacturing.
b. Identify the testing standard used.
c. If you do not test for tear strength, please explain why.
17. What is the typical breaking strength?
a. Please explain why you use this strength and the effect it has on the construction or durability of mattresses.
b. Identify the testing standard used.
c. Identify the testing standard used.
d. If you do not test for tear strength, please explain why.
18. What is the weight of the ticking per square yard?
a. Please explain why you use this weight and the effect it has on the construction or durability of mattresses.
b. Identify the testing standard used.
c. If you do not test for weight, please explain why.
19. Please provide additional pertinent information.
20. If an RFP is issued for provision of this service, is it likely that your company will bid on it?
a. If no, why not?
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