Appliances & Other Home Furnishings

The Kansas Department of Administration's Office of Procurement and Contracts, on behalf of Larned State Hospital, is seeking bids for a comprehensive contract to procure appliances and home furnishings through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) with Event ID 17300-EVT0010149. The procurement encompasses a wide range of items including refrigerators, freezers, stoves, washers, dryers, dishwashers, microwaves, range hoods, couches, and recliners, with specific requirements for size, features, and color preferences. Bidders must submit both technical and cost proposals, with a preferred electronic submission to procurement@ks.gov, though hard copy submissions are also acceptable. Key dates include a bid closing deadline of March 25, 2025 at 2:00 PM CST, with all clarification questions due by March 7, 2025. The contract will be an indefinite quantity agreement with no guaranteed purchase amounts, running from the date of award through March 31, 2030, and allowing for annual price adjustments up to 5%. Vendors must provide unit pricing across multiple quantity tiers (1-5, 5-10, 10-15, and 15+ units), and the contract will be available for use by political subdivisions such as cities, counties, and school districts.

The procurement offers preferences for Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses and includes provisions for potential set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders are required to submit a current Tax Clearance Certificate from the Kansas Department of Revenue and obtain the official invitation at least 24 hours before the bid event closing. Payment will be processed via Net 30 days terms, with the state procurement card (P-card) potentially accepted. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the contract structure suggests flexibility in purchasing volume and vendor selection. Political subdivisions can utilize the contract, which implies a potentially significant market opportunity for successful bidders. The procurement allows for comprehensive vendor participation, with an emphasis on competitive pricing across different purchase quantities. Delivery of awarded items is expected by March 30, 2025, to the Procurement and Contracts office in Topeka, Kansas.