Kalispell Armed Forces Reserve Center (KAFRC) Reach-in Refrigerators

The State of Montana Department of Military Affairs, specifically the Construction and Facility Management Office (CFMO), is seeking to procure two new reach-in refrigerators for the Kalispell Armed Forces Reserve Center (KAFRC). This Invitation for Bid (IFB) was posted on November 17, 2021, with a closing date of November 29, 2021, and a requested delivery date of March 1, 2022. The procurement is classified under commodity code 2903 for Kitchen Equipment and requires bidders to submit detailed manufacturer's literature, contact information, and a completed "Covered Telecommunications Equipment or Services Representation" form. The bid includes two line items: the primary item for the price of two refrigerator units and an optional removal and disposal service for an existing three-door unit. Bidders must adhere to mandatory requirements, with potential automatic disqualification for non-compliance, and all questions and clarifications must be posted to the Question and Answer Board through the electronic Montana Acquisition and Contracting System (eMACS). The state reserves the right to examine products further to ensure specification compliance and to address non-material requests during contract negotiation.

While the solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises, the bid is open to qualified vendors who can meet the technical specifications and requirements. Payment terms are set at 0% 0, Net 30, indicating standard government payment protocols. The procurement covers Gallatin County and specifically involves the Judith Gap City jurisdiction. No incumbent vendors are explicitly mentioned in the documentation. The bid does not provide a specific budget range or total award value, focusing instead on the unit pricing for the two refrigerators and the optional removal service. Potential bidders should carefully review the attached documentation, particularly the detailed specifications and mandatory requirements, to ensure full compliance with the solicitation's terms and conditions.