Furnish, Deliver and Install 2 Cabinet Hardmount Washer/Extractor

Wayne County, New York is seeking bids for Request for Bid (RFB) #042-23 to furnish, deliver, and install two UniMac cabinet hardmount washer/extractors for the Wayne County Jail located in Lyons, NY. The specific equipment being procured is a UniMac model PAN055TN0MZA20CTAA, 55 lb. on-premise value line cabinet hardmount washer extractor, with precise dimensions of 36" W x 42" D x 56" H. Bidders are required to be established businesses registered in New York, with experienced personnel familiar with applicable codes and regulations. The procurement timeline includes key dates: questions were due by November 15, 2023, and sealed bids are due by November 22, 2023, at 2:00 PM EST, with an anticipated award date of December 19, 2023. Evaluation criteria will focus on selecting the lowest responsible bidder who meets all specifications, with the county reserving the right to reject any or all bids. Delivery and installation are expected within 60-90 days upon receipt of order, to be coordinated with onsite facilities maintenance staff.

The contract opportunity does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation, including non-collusion certificates, debarment certifications, Iran Divestment Act compliance, and lobbying disclosures. Insurance requirements are stringent, mandating commercial general liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence), auto liability ($1,000,000), and excess/umbrella coverage ($1,000,000), with Wayne County to be named as an additional insured. Bidders have the option to propose an "or equal" alternative to the specified UniMac model, but must provide a detailed specification sheet and side-by-side comparison. The project will be subject to prevailing wage rates, with the specific wage rate case number 2023013017. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the procurement involves the purchase and installation of two industrial-grade washer extractors, suggesting a significant capital investment for the county's correctional facility infrastructure.