Tajima embroidery machine

The South Carolina Department of Corrections is requesting bids on one Tajima TMEZ-K1506C 450x360 auto-tension 15-needle, 6-head embroidery machine or equivalent for the Division of Industries Print Shop under IFB 5400030066, with bids due September 2, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. EST. South Carolina resident-vendor preference, South Carolina end-product preference, and US end-product preference all apply and must be properly claimed by offerors.

The scope includes the embroidery machine equipped with standard hoops, frames, a 270-degree wide-cap system with frames, cap driver with support shaft, slim cylinder bed, integrated LAN connectivity, USB ports, position marker with laser, and LED-illuminated sewing area. One 5.5SQ magnetic hoop and one 10"x10" magnetic hoop must be included. The awardee must deliver and install the equipment within 30 days of purchase order receipt (Monday–Thursday, 7:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m.; Friday deliveries prohibited), provide complete in-person training upon installation, and deliver two-year parts and labor warranties from installation. Technical support via phone and online, software support, and 48-hour response guarantee for support requests are required. Pricing must be fixed on an FOB Destination basis with all shipping, installation, and destination fees included; sales and use taxes must be excluded.

Award will be made to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder. Questions are due August 21, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. EST. Award notification is expected September 4, 2026. No pre-bid conference or site visit is scheduled. Sealed bids must be submitted to the South Carolina Department of Corrections Purchasing Branch, 4530 Broad River Road, Columbia, SC 29210.