Floor Tiles

The Arkansas State Police, through the Department of Transformation and Shared Services' Office of State Procurement, is soliciting bids for floor tiles specifically for J & J Flooring Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) for the Pulaski County jurisdiction. The procurement seeks Power Play 5mm V5020 style tiles in color 1080 Knowledge, with precise specifications including a UV cured urethane ceramic bead finish, ZPT antimicrobial protection, 20 mil wear layer, and 9" x 48" dimensions. The state anticipates purchasing approximately 19,000 square feet during the initial contract term, with potential subsequent annual purchases of 5,000-6,000 square feet. Bids must be submitted through ARBuy, the state's eProcurement system, by March 13, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. Central Time, with an anticipated contract start date of April 1, 2025. The contract will have an initial one-year term with up to six additional one-year renewal options, creating a potential maximum contract duration of seven years. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specified requirements, with the state reserving the right to negotiate if bids exceed available funding.

The solicitation includes several set-aside and compliance requirements, particularly for minority and women-owned businesses. Contractors must be state-registered vendors and accept payment via ACH direct deposit. Specific certification requirements are tied to contract value, including restrictions related to Israel boycott ($1,000+), illegal immigrant employment ($25,000+), and scrutinized company provisions. Bidders must complete various disclosure forms, including the Contract and Grant Disclosure Form, which requires detailed reporting of relationships with state government officials. The total estimated procurement value encompasses 55,000 square feet of flooring, with unit pricing to be submitted on the Official Bid Price Sheet. Vendors must demonstrate compliance with equal opportunity policies and provide documentation of their business status. Subcontractors will be subject to the same disclosure and compliance requirements as primary contractors, with failure to disclose considered a material breach potentially resulting in contract termination.