Removal and Installation of Windows and Doors

The Kansas Department of Administration's Office of Procurement and Contracts is seeking competitive bids for a comprehensive window and door replacement project at the Lansing Correctional Facility's East Campus, specifically targeting the Activities and X-Unit building locations. The procurement involves completely removing existing glass, framing, and doors and installing new units with precise specifications, including Tubelite Storefront frames, medium stile doors, and specific hardware configurations. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for May 8, 2025, at 11:00 AM, with attendance required for bid consideration, and the final project completion date is set for November 1, 2025. The bid event (EVT0010311) will close on May 21, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST, with contractors required to submit a total lump sum price and demonstrate a minimum of three years of continuous experience in comparable services. Evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest responsible bidder, considering conformity with specifications, delivery terms, and overall bid conditions, with the contract period running from the date of award through December 31, 2025.

The solicitation encourages participation from diverse business types, including potential preferences for Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses, Certified Businesses, and State Use Purchases. Bidders must obtain a current Tax Clearance Certificate and comply with various state requirements, including immigration reform laws and specific form submissions such as a Boycott of Israel form, Sexual Harassment form, and Immigration Reform and Control form. Amendment 1 to the bid specifically notes that the entire project will be tax-exempt, with a tax exemption certificate to be provided upon award. Bidders are required to submit various documentation demonstrating organizational compliance and ethical standards, with the state encouraging businesses to have policies that discourage human trafficking. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the procurement will be conducted using US Dollars, and the state reserves the right to accept or reject any bid and waive any informalities in the bidding process.