Door Control System Upgrade

This state and local contract opportunity is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) issued by the Kansas Department of Administration, Office of Procurement and Contracts, for a Door Control System Upgrade project at the Ellsworth Correctional Facility. The scope of work includes providing a new industrial touchscreen door control system, a new Omron PLC, relays, programming, power supplies, and other components for a complete system. The project has a detailed site investigation and wiring phase within 4 weeks of contract award, with an 8-12 week lead time for equipment delivery. The on-site installation is anticipated to take 2-3 days. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for October 22, 2024, and bids are due by November 7, 2024. The IFB provides detailed pricing instructions, including the requirement for itemized pricing on a cost sheet. It also includes standard terms and conditions for state contracts, such as termination provisions, independent contractor requirements, retention of records, and non-discrimination policies.

The State of Kansas is exempt from state sales/use taxes and federal excise taxes for direct purchases under this contract. Bidders may claim certain preference programs if they qualify, and the contract award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Political subdivisions are permitted to utilize the contract. The State will confirm the tax status of the successful bidder and any subcontractors prior to contract award. The IFB does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, and it does not list any incumbent vendors or current contractors.