Hobart HCM450 Cutter Mixer for MCF-Faribault

The Minnesota Department of Corrections is seeking to procure one Hobart HCM450 Cutter Mixer for its Faribault facility located in Rice County, with a strict requirement of no product substitutions allowed. This is a product-only procurement with specific technical specifications, including a 5 HP electric motor, a 45-quart stainless steel bowl, and mandatory certification by an OSHA nationally recognized testing laboratory. The solicitation requires vendors to submit precise unit and total pricing through the SWIFT Supplier Portal, with responses due by 3:00 PM Central Time on April 5, 2024. The procurement will be awarded on an "all or none" basis, with the equipment required to be delivered within 8 weeks of order receipt and shipped FOB Destination with freight included in the unit price. All bidders must comply with the detailed specifications and are prohibited from taking exceptions to the general or special terms and conditions. The contract has a defined term from April 5, 2024, to August 8, 2024, or until all contractual obligations are fulfilled.

The State of Minnesota demonstrates a commitment to diversity and inclusion in its procurement process by offering preference points to certified targeted group, economically disadvantaged, and veteran-owned businesses. Vendors must comply with state requirements regarding contractor registration, with non-Minnesota contractors potentially required to provide surety deposits. The procurement allows for potential preference to businesses owned by veterans, with a specific Veteran-Owned Preference form included in the solicitation documents. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement is for a single piece of specialized kitchen equipment. Potential respondents should note that the State holds a Direct Payment Authorization Letter and will not pay sales tax, and the contract pricing is considered maximum pricing that must remain firm for the initial contract term. Vendors are encouraged to offer prompt payment discounts and must provide complete contact information as part of their response.