Laundry Ozone System-LVCF

The Colorado Department of Corrections is issuing a Documented Quote Solicitation (CAAA 2015001279) for the procurement of a complete laundry ozone system to be delivered to La Vista Correctional Facility in Pueblo, Colorado. The solicitation seeks an Aquawing Complete Laundry Ozone System (AFW-5) specifically configured for a wash line consisting of two 125-pound capacity washers, two 100-pound capacity washers, one 60-pound capacity washer/extractor, and a 22-volt, single-phase, 30-amp disconnect box. Deliverables include the ozone system equipment, installation, startup, and comprehensive safety training, with all work to be completed by June 30, 2015. The system must meet stringent technical specifications including wall-mounted minimized design with dual ozone-level monitoring sensors, automatic shutdown capability for OSHA compliance, one generator per washing machine, USA manufacturing, and microbiologist-validated disinfection capability killing 99.99% of specified pathogens and viruses, along with clinical validation meeting CMS and CDC guidelines. Required qualifications include vendor registration on the Colorado Vendor Self Service website prior to submission, and evaluation criteria encompass cost, delivery date, quality, safety, security considerations, bidder qualifications and experience, and efficacy of the proposed ozone system design. Quotes must be submitted by April 29, 2015 at 1:00 PM Mountain Standard Time via email to maryann.shaw@state.co.us or fax to 719-269-4064, and site visits are available upon request by contacting Captain Booker at 719-369-0549.

The solicitation does not identify any set-aside designations or restrictions on organization types eligible to respond. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are specified in the solicitation documentation. Bidders must submit pricing on a FOB-Destination basis with freight costs included in the quoted price, though specific budget ranges or award values are not disclosed in the available documentation. Payment terms are assumed to be Net-45 days after receipt of goods and invoice unless otherwise specified by the bidder. The system specifications require an oxygen concentrator producing 90% pure oxygen, diffusion-only injection method without storage tanks, at least two years warranty on limited parts and three years on major components, and ten years of repair parts availability with no adverse effect on washer function or existing manufacturer warranties.