Lawn Care Equipment for Pruntytown CC

The State of West Virginia's Division of Corrections is soliciting quotations for lawn care equipment for the Pruntytown Correctional Center located in Grafton, West Virginia. The procurement specifically requests three line items: one walk-behind lawn mower, one plate compactor, and four professional loop handle trimmers. The Request for Quotation (RFQ) was issued on June 12, 2018, with a solicitation closing date of June 19, 2018, at 3:00 PM. Vendors are required to submit sealed bids either electronically through wvOASIS or in person to the Business Office at Pruntytown Correctional Center. The contract represents a one-time purchase for equipment delivery within a single fiscal year, with the contract becoming effective upon issuance of the Award Document. Vendors must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including proper registration with the West Virginia Purchasing Division, and provide clear documentation for any proposed alternate equipment models or brands.

The solicitation includes provisions for vendor preferences and eligibility based on residency and employment criteria within West Virginia. Vendors may qualify for preference percentages ranging from 2.5% to 5% based on factors such as four-year continuous state residency, principal place of business location, and percentage of West Virginia resident employees. Certified small, women-, and minority-owned businesses may receive additional preference considerations under West Virginia Code 5A-3-59. Vendors must also complete a Purchasing Affidavit certifying they are not in default on monetary obligations to the state, including payroll taxes, property taxes, and other fees. While no specific award value is mentioned, vendors must submit competitive pricing for the required equipment. All submissions are subject to public disclosure under West Virginia competitive bidding laws, and vendors are prohibited from charging additional fees beyond those specified in the solicitation.