GDC-23-HAYS-SP-002R, Hays State Prison Kitchen and Dining Ren.

The Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission (GSFIC) is soliciting electronic bids on behalf of the Georgia Department of Corrections for the Hays State Prison Kitchen and Dining Renovations project, located in Trion, Georgia. The procurement involves a comprehensive renovation of the prison's kitchen and dining facilities, including work in the staff dining area, roof replacement over the kitchen, and installation of a Somat food waste system. Key deliverables include complete facility upgrades with a focus on infrastructure improvement and operational efficiency. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for January 7, 2025, at 11:00 a.m., with attendance required for bid qualification; failure to attend will result in automatic disqualification. Bid submissions must be made electronically through the e-Builder Project Management system by January 22, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. All bidders must submit questions in writing through the e-Builder platform, with only written responses considered binding. The contracting officer for this opportunity is Mendi Boddie, and direct communication with other state employees is strictly prohibited.

Two contractors have submitted bids for this project: Iugis Construction Corporation and J&J Contractors, Inc. The base bid amounts range from $12,977,000.00 to $18,125,000.00, with potential deductive alternates totaling up to $5,000,000.00. While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are explicitly mentioned, the bid documentation indicates a preference for contractors with experience in secure environments and correctional facility construction. The project is located in Candler County, Georgia, and requires integration with existing prison infrastructure. Bidders must demonstrate technical capabilities, including compatibility with the e-Builder system and meeting specific documentation requirements. The proposed renovations suggest a substantial investment in modernizing and improving the prison's food service and dining facilities, with a focus on functional upgrades and potential long-term operational cost reductions.