MUR - Industrial Dryers (Facility Laundry) - bjl

This state and local contract opportunity is for the procurement of two (2) industrial dryers equivalent to the existing Cissell L125URDG machines at the Pinckneyville Correctional Center, to be installed at the Murphysboro Lifeskills Re-Entry Center in Pope County, Illinois. The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) is issuing a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the purchase, delivery, and installation of the new dryers, as well as the removal and disposal of the current dryers. Bids must be submitted by September 30, 2024 at 11:00 AM, and a mandatory pre-bid conference/site visit is required. The contract is for a one-time purchase, and the State is not obligated to award a contract. If awarded, the contract will go to the responsive and responsible vendor who submits the lowest price. The RFQ specifies detailed technical requirements for the new dryers, including capacity, door opening size, airflow, power, and a "Prison Package" with tamper-proof hardware and LCD screen protection. The vendor must also possess the necessary licenses and permits, comply with IDOC rules, and pass a security background check.

The contract is not designated for any specific set-asides or types of organizations, and there is no information provided about any incumbent vendors or current contractors. The total payments under the contract shall not exceed an amount to be determined by the State prior to contract execution, but no specific budget range or award value is listed.