IDOC Statewide Washer and Dryer Purchase

The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) is seeking bids for the statewide purchase of commercial grade washers and dryers for offender use in the individual housing units at each of its facilities. The IFB specifies the procurement of 846 washers and 847 dryers, with bids due by April 6, 2020. The resulting contract will have an initial 3-year term, with a total term not to exceed 10 years. Vendors must provide pricing per unit for the washers and dryers, as well as estimated total shipping costs. The IFB includes detailed specifications for the required commercial-grade laundry equipment, including features like push-to-start activation, heavy-duty construction, reliable operation, energy efficiency, and flexible cycle options. No mandatory bidder's conference is required.

The contract does not contain any set-aside goals for small, minority, women, or veteran-owned businesses. Payment terms include the State's Prompt Payment Act and a $15 fee for minority contractor participation. The contract is contingent on available appropriations, and the State reserves the right to terminate the contract for convenience with 30 days' notice. The previous contract was awarded to CSC ServiceWorks, Inc. in the amount of $1,348,360.17 for Speed Queen commercial washers and dryers, with no set-aside participation.