Outdoor Walk-In Coolers

The state of Arkansas, through the Department of Transformation and Shared Services Office of State Procurement, is procuring 48 outdoor walk-in coolers for the Arkansas Department of Agriculture. The coolers must meet specific technical requirements such as capacity, temperature range, and energy efficiency standards, and be priced between $15,000 and $25,000 per unit, with a minimum unit cost of $10,000 and a maximum of $100,000 to align with USDA funding guidelines. The contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder with the lowest bid meeting the requirements, and the state reserves the right to negotiate with the lowest bidder if necessary. Bids are due by August 19, 2024, with an anticipated contract start date upon award. Bidders must provide their Equal Opportunity policy and complete various state-required forms, including a Contract and Grant Disclosure and Certification Form.

The contract opportunity is not designated for any specific set-aside or disadvantaged enterprises. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are listed, and the state does not provide details on any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The total contract value is not specified, but the state has provided a price range of $10,000 to $100,000 per unit for the 48 outdoor walk-in coolers, suggesting a potential total contract value in the range of $480,000 to $4.8 million.