Stainless Steel for EARU Shower Project

The Arkansas Department of Transformation and Shared Services Office of State Procurement is seeking bids for a stainless steel materials procurement contract for the East Arkansas Unit (EARU) Max Showers project, specifically targeting Jackson County. The solicitation (S000000402) involves purchasing various stainless steel materials, including 64 sheets of 12GA 5'x10' polished 304 stainless steel, 20 sheets of 3/16"GA 5'x10' non-polished 304 stainless steel, 20 sheets of 14GA 5'x10' polished 304 stainless steel, 200 sheets of 16GA 5'x10' polished 304 stainless steel, along with additional materials such as chain-mesh panels, box tubing, round bars, and square tubes. The procurement is a materials-only contract with no installation services included. Bids must be submitted through ARBuy by March 3, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. Central Time, with an initial contract term of one year starting in March 2025 and six potential one-year renewals for a maximum contract duration of seven years. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on total cost, with all pricing required in U.S. dollars and cents, including shipping and handling charges. Delivery must occur within 30 days of purchase order issuance to the ADC Construction facility in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, with a requirement for 24-hour advance notice and an itemized materials list accompanying each delivery.

The solicitation includes provisions for minority and women-owned business participation, requiring bidders to indicate their Arkansas certification status if applicable. Bidders must complete several mandatory forms, including the Bid Signature Page, Proposed Subcontractors Form, Equal Opportunity Policy, Official Bid Price Sheet, and the EO 98-04 Contract and Grant Disclosure Form. The procurement includes specific disclosure requirements for relationships between contractors and current or former state government officials, with additional scrutiny for entities with ownership interests of 10% or greater. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive materials list suggests a substantial procurement value. The contract includes provisions for potential intergovernmental and cooperative use, allowing other state procurement units to potentially participate with an approved addendum. Notably, the solicitation requires vendors to disclose any affiliations with scrutinized companies and includes certifications regarding Israel boycotts, illegal immigrants, and industry-specific boycotts related to energy, fossil fuels, firearms, and ammunition industries.