Paper Cutter

The Commonwealth of Kentucky, specifically the Department of Corrections through Kentucky Correctional Industries, is procuring a single Champion 305 TC Paper Cutter for its operations in LaGrange, KY. The procurement is being conducted through a Request for Bid (RFB 758 2500000729) released on June 4, 2025, with vendor questions due by June 11, 2025, at 10:00 AM ET and final bids due on June 18, 2025, at 1:30 PM ET. The solicitation requires electronic bid submission through the Commonwealth's eProcurement system, with vendors mandated to be registered in the Vendor Self Service System. Evaluation criteria will focus on price (90 points) and delivery (10 points), with the contract awarded to the vendor offering the lowest price and shortest delivery time. A two-year warranty is required, and delivery and installation charges must be included in the total cost. Vendors will face a 1% per day deduction from their invoice for late deliveries, and no substitutes for the specified paper cutter will be accepted.

The procurement opportunity appears to have specific provisions for Kentucky resident bidders, with potential preferential treatment for businesses authorized to operate in the state. Vendors must complete several mandatory affidavits, including compliance with campaign finance laws, resident bidder status, and qualified bidder requirements. Insurance requirements include a minimum of $1,000,000 in Commercial General Liability Insurance. Nonprofit organizations, particularly those serving individuals with severe disabilities, may have additional qualifying provisions. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the procurement is for a single paper cutter for correctional industry use. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation demonstrating compliance with state laws, corporate registration, tax payments, unemployment insurance contributions, and workers' compensation coverage. The solicitation emphasizes strict adherence to all terms and conditions, with potential disqualification for non-compliance.