LG washers and dryers

The City of Lansing Purchasing Office is conducting a Request for Quote (RFQ) numbered Q/26/018 for the procurement of laundry equipment specifically for a Fire Station Project in Grand Traverse County, Michigan. The solicitation seeks two LG front-load washers with a 5.0 cubic foot capacity and two LG electric dryers with a 7.4 cubic foot capacity. Vendors must submit comprehensive quotes electronically through the Michigan Intergovernmental Trade Network (MITN) or in person at the Purchasing Office by 2:00 p.m. on September 15, 2025. Delivery of the equipment is required by October 1, 2025, to the specified address at 2114 N Grand River in Lansing. Vendors are required to submit detailed specification sheets with their quotes and provide manufacturer warranty information. The procurement requires vendors to be current on all city taxes and demonstrate compliance with technical specifications for the laundry equipment.

The solicitation demonstrates a strong preference for local and diverse vendors, specifically encouraging bids from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE). The City of Lansing implements a local preference policy that allows Lansing-based businesses within 10% of the lowest bid to match the price, providing a competitive advantage to local job providers. Additionally, the city shows a preference for United States manufactured products. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the final order quantities are not guaranteed and will depend on budget appropriations and total project cost. Vendors should note that the procurement process emphasizes local economic impact, diversity in vendor selection, and domestic manufacturing, which may influence the evaluation and selection of the winning bidder.