Chillers - Aquatic Bio. Center KDWP

The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks is issuing a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the procurement of two Teco TK-3000 water chilling units designated for the Aquatic Biodiversity Center's freshwater mussel propagation systems. The units will be delivered to Farlington Fish Hatchery located at 101 Hatchery Road, Farlington, Kansas 66734, with delivery required as soon as possible but no later than May 20, 2026. Each unit must meet specific technical requirements including a 750-gallon rated capacity, 1/2 horsepower motor, titanium exchanger, 120V-60Hz electrical supply, and 750-watt power consumption. Bidders must submit pricing for both units plus applicable shipping fees on the provided cost sheet, with freight terms specified as FOB Destination, Prepaid and Allowed, via common carrier. The bid event opened on April 15, 2026, and closes on May 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST; written questions must be submitted to Procurement Officer Michelle Brown (michelle.r.brown@ks.gov) by the close of business on Friday, May 1, 2026, with answers provided as addenda. Bidders are permitted to submit comparable brands provided they meet the intended function and quality requirements, and must include completed bidder registration, signature sheets, certifications regarding immigration compliance, sexual harassment policy acknowledgment, Israel boycott certification, telecommunications equipment certification, and a current tax clearance certificate from the Kansas Department of Revenue. Electronic submission is required to Procurement@ks.gov, with alternative hand delivery accepted at the Department of Administration, 900 SW Jackson, Suite 451, Topeka, Kansas 66612.

Bidders must be officially invited to participate and should request an invitation at least 24 hours before the closing deadline; political subdivisions are eligible to utilize awarded contracts at the same pricing and conditions as the State. Bidders claiming Disabled Veteran Owned Business or Certified Business status may receive applicable preferences, provided supporting documentation is submitted with their bids. No incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure requiring integration has been identified in the procurement documents. The State of Kansas is exempt from state sales or use taxes and federal excise taxes, which shall not be included in bid pricing. Prompt payment discounts will not be considered in determining the low bid, and the contract is governed by Kansas law with standard state contractual provisions including termination rights due to lack of funding appropriation with thirty days' notice. No specific budget range or award value has been published for this procurement.