TN State Parks Commercial Laundry-Ozone Equipment

This request for bids is for a contract to furnish and install commercial washers, dryers, and ozone systems at two Tennessee state park lodges: the Lodge at Fall Creek Falls State Park and the Lodge at Paris Landing State Park. The contract requires providing and installing two 70-lb or greater commercial washer-extractors and two 75-lb or greater gas commercial tumble dryers at Paris Landing, as well as one 70-lb or greater commercial washer-extractor and one 75-lb or greater electric commercial tumble dryer at Fall Creek Falls. The contractor will also provide and install new ozone laundry systems at both locations and train the lodge staff on their operation, cleaning, and maintenance. The equipment must meet specified requirements, and only pre-approved brands will be accepted. The contract term is from the award date until January 1, 2025, and the bid submission period starts on 10/10/2024 and closes on 10/30/2024, with an anticipated completion date of 1/1/2025 unless an extension is granted.

Interested bidders must possess a valid Tennessee BC-B(sm) and CMC contractor license or higher to submit bids. All bids over $100,000 shall include a 25% payment bond. The bid requires respondents to provide unit pricing for each of the requested equipment items. Additionally, bidders must complete a diversity business participation form and provide proof of sales and use tax registration. Subcontracting is allowed, but requires prior written approval. The contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder that meets all requirements and provides the best value to the state.