JUKI MODEL#MO-6716 DOUBLE NEEDLE SURGER MACHINEBid Documents

The Indiana Department of Correction, specifically through Correctional Industries' Garment Shop at the ICI Central Office in Plainfield, is seeking to procure six (6) Juki Model#MO-6716 Double Needle Surger Machines to enhance production capabilities within their facility. This Request for Quotation (RFQ) numbered 005150000085278 aims to acquire fixed machine additions that will increase garment production capacity and help meet quality and production standards for state facilities. The procurement is specifically for Hendricks County and will require vendors to submit comprehensive bid packages either via email to jflater1@idoc.in.gov or by mail to 1110 South Vestal Road, Plainfield, IN 46168. The solicitation is open from September 17, 2025, to October 17, 2025, with a strict requirement that electronic submission through the supplier portal is not permitted. Potential bidders must provide a quote/bid price for each machine, and a complete bid package must be submitted by the specified due date and time.

The RFQ includes potential preferences and set-aside opportunities for various business categories, including U.S. manufactured products, Indiana-based businesses, veteran-owned businesses, and minority/women-owned enterprises. To qualify as an Indiana business, vendors must meet specific criteria such as having a principal place of business in the state, maintaining a certain payroll composition, ensuring employee residency, and demonstrating capital investments. The solicitation allows for subcontractor participation, particularly from minority, women, and veteran-owned businesses, with specific reporting and compliance requirements. Pricing must be firm and cannot be altered after submission, with unit prices taking precedence in case of discrepancies. While no specific award value or budget range is explicitly stated in the documents, the procurement is focused on acquiring six specific industrial sewing machines for the state's correctional garment production facility. The RFQ emphasizes ethical standards, comprehensive terms and conditions, and a commitment to supporting diverse and local business participation.