Cosmetology, Esthetician, Barber Supplies and Equipment

Eastern Suffolk BOCES (ESBOCES) has issued Bid #2026-052-0701 seeking qualified vendors to provide comprehensive cosmetology, esthetician, and barber supplies and equipment for its Cooperative Bidding Program Participants. The procurement covers an extensive range of over 1,100 items including hair care products, skin care supplies, electrical equipment, manikins, hair color products, retexturizing products, and professional tools across multiple categories. The bid is structured as a one-year contract from September 1, 2025, through August 31, 2026, with potential for four additional one-year renewal terms. Vendors must submit bids by July 1, 2025, at 11:00 a.m., with award going to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder meeting specified requirements. Evaluation criteria include competitive pricing, percentage discounts off manufacturers' list prices, ability to provide comprehensive catalogs and electronic price lists, and compliance with specified technical specifications. Vendors are required to submit usage reports, provide references demonstrating similar scope of work, and allow for potential annual price adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI-U), not exceeding 2-4% depending on inflation rates.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged businesses, though standard governmental procurement provisions suggest potential opportunities for diverse vendors. Participating agencies include numerous school districts and municipalities within Suffolk County, New York, providing significant potential market access for successful vendors. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the comprehensive nature of the bid suggests a substantial procurement opportunity spanning multiple product categories. Vendors must comply with additional requirements including the Iran Divestment Act and provide non-collusive bidding certification. The cooperative bidding structure allows multiple vendors to be awarded contracts, enabling participating agencies flexibility in purchasing cosmetology and related professional supplies. Pricing will be based on submitted cost proposal forms, with vendors required to provide unit pricing and potential alternate product specifications. The contract is designed to establish competitive pricing for educational and training programs in cosmetology, esthetician, and barbering fields.