Mattress Cores - CCi

The Colorado Department of Corrections is requesting quotes for foam mattress cores under RFQ DQ 2027-0046, with quotes due August 31, 2026 and a notice of intent to award estimated for September 1, 2026. The solicitation is structured through Colorado Correctional Industries (CCi), a cooperative purchasing vehicle, and carries no stated set-aside or preference program.

The scope requires mattress cores with minimum 3-inch thickness, 30-inch width, and 76-inch length. Bidders may also propose optional 6-inch or greater thicknesses. Cores must employ high-density, high-resiliency cushioning material with a minimum five-year life expectancy. The Written Inquiries and Answers document clarifies that specifications are distinct from a prior RFB (DQ 2026000123 awarded October 2025); fire resistance and water resistance are preferred but not mandatory. Bidders are invited to propose multiple options with varying foam densities and fire performance test results, including potential compliance with California Technical Bulletin 117 2013, ASTM F1870, or ASTM F1085 Michigan Roll testing, though none are mandated. Delivery must occur Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with all drivers required to pass background checks and contraband strictly prohibited.

The procurement requests 3,375 cores at a unit price that must be all-inclusive of shipping, freight, and handling with no additional charges. The purchase order runs September 8, 2026 through June 30, 2027, with options to renew for up to four additional one-year periods, not to exceed five years total. Annual price increases, if any, may not exceed 2.5% per fiscal year, subject to mutual agreement. No order quantities or dollar amounts are guaranteed. Price and cost are the primary award criterion; secondary factors include sample quality and lead time for delivery. All bidders must register with BidNet Direct and the Colorado CORE system before purchase order execution and must complete a criminal background investigation and enhanced screening within 30 days of notification. The CDOC reserves the right to award multiple bidders if determined advantageous to the state.