Correctional Facility Appliances

Albany County's Department of General Services Purchasing Division has issued Request for Bids (RFB #2025-024) for Correctional Facility Appliances, seeking competitive bids for six specific kitchen and laundry equipment items. The procurement includes a Cadco Ventless System for VariKwik Ovens, an Avantco 54" Solid Door Reach-In Refrigerator, a Galaxy Ultra Cold 5.1 Cu. Ft. White Chest Freezer, a Cooking Performance Group 36" 6-Burner Electric Range, an Amana Medium Volume Stainless Steel Commercial Microwave, and a Crossover Front Load Electric Commercial Washer and Gas Powered Commercial Dryer. Bidders must submit their proposals by 11:00 AM on Thursday, March 13, 2025, with bid documents available for download from the Empire State Bid System website starting February 27, 2025. The bid specifies F.O.B. destination pricing with no additional freight or delivery charges, and the county reserves the right to purchase additional units at the awarded bid prices throughout the contract term. The contract duration is six months from the date of award, with prices remaining firm for the entire period.

The solicitation encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE's) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE's), requiring bidders to submit attachments including a Non-Collusive Bidding Certificate, Vendor Responsibility Questionnaire, and Iranian Energy Divestment Certification. Bidders must demonstrate compliance with these requirements and provide comprehensive documentation of their business qualifications. The county has the flexibility to extend the bid to other political subdivisions and authorized districts located in New York State, potentially allowing these entities to make purchases under the same terms and conditions. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the procurement involves multiple appliance units for a correctional facility, suggesting a moderate to significant investment. Potential vendors should carefully review all bid documents, ensure full compliance with submission requirements, and be prepared to meet the technical specifications for each appliance type.