Cosmetology Equipment

The New Castle County Vocational Technical School District in Delaware is seeking to procure comprehensive cosmetology equipment for the Paul M. Hodgson VO-Tech High School through a competitive bid process. The procurement encompasses 15 distinct equipment categories totaling 141 individual items, including 26 double-sided salon stations, 52 styling chairs, 2 European shampoo stations, 2 pedicure spa chairs, 15 manicure tables, 24 manicure chairs, 4 wall-mounted hair dryers, and various support furniture and accessories. Bidders must submit sealed proposals by January 7, 2026, at 10:00 AM local time, with written questions due by December 18, 2025, and answers to be published by December 23, 2025. The equipment must be delivered, assembled, and installed between April 1 and April 30, 2026. The contract term is one year, from January 7, 2026, through January 7, 2027, with potential for three additional one-year renewals. The district reserves the right to reject any bids, make partial awards, and select the lowest responsible and responsive bidder that best meets the terms and conditions.

While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned, vendors must register through the Delaware Supplier Portal prior to award and comply with state and federal procurement laws. Successful bidders are required to 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. Vendors must accept multiple payment methods, including procurement cards, checks, and electronic means, without additional fees. Mandatory monthly usage reporting in Excel format will be required, submitted by the 15th of each month. Although specific budget ranges are not disclosed in the documents, the comprehensive nature of the equipment procurement suggests a significant investment in outfitting the cosmetology program. Manufacturers referenced in the specification documents include Collins, Pibbs, American Beauty Equipment, Buy-Rite, Homewins, and Burmax, indicating the technical specificity of the required equipment.