Cuff Man Dummies

The Missouri Department of Corrections has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB931Y19708025) for the purchase of five cuff man dummies for the Division of Adult Institutions. The solicitation seeks specialized training dummies with specific technical requirements, including joint mobility in elbows, wrists, hips, and knees, locking elbows, and flexible hands and fingers designed for cuffing scenarios. The dummies must be constructed with Cordura fabric for maximum durability, capable of free-standing positioning without ropes or cables, and able to be placed in both standing and prone positions. The procurement allows vendors to submit bids through either hard copy sealed submissions or electronic responses via the MissouriBUYS system. The bid period runs from March 5, 2019, to April 2, 2019, with responses due by 3:00 PM CDT on April 2, 2019. The contract includes provisions for two potential one-year renewal periods, with vendors required to specify maximum allowable percentage increases for each renewal period.

The solicitation does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation, indicating the procurement is open to all qualified vendors. No incumbent vendor is mentioned in the documentation, and there are no apparent limitations on who can submit a bid. The payment terms are established as Net 45 Days with Free on Board Destination delivery requirements. While the total contract value is not explicitly stated, vendors are required to provide unit pricing and total bid amounts. The contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest total bid price. Vendors must calculate any potential price increases against the original contract price, with cumulative or consumer price index adjustments explicitly prohibited. The point of contact for questions is Diana Fredrick at the Missouri Department of Corrections Purchasing Section in Jefferson City.