Toilet Paper Rewinder Line

Iowa Prison Industries is requesting bids on a Compact Score automatic rewinder line for converting bathroom tissue roll products under RFB 945, with bids due July 30, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Central Time and an anticipated contract execution date of August 6, 2026. A statutory preference under Iowa Administrative Code 11 IAC 105.5(1)-(2) and 105.12(4) applies to products grown, produced, or provided by Iowa-based businesses; tied bids are decided in favor of Iowa vendors.

The scope requires one compact score automatic rewinder line with equivalency to a Perini 716B model, including an unwind stand, Ghost pattern embosser (D11191ES), rewinder, tail sealer, log saw, installation and start-up assistance, training, and delivery to Fort Madison, Iowa 52627 on an F.O.B. basis. Bidders must specify shipment timing and note any deviations from specifications clearly; alternative manufacturers' standard units will be considered.

Bids must be submitted via email to iowaprisonindbids@iowa.gov as one sealed copy containing completed price sheets, a signed certification letter, and a signed authorization to release information letter. Bid pricing is NET 30 DAYS and must remain firm for a minimum of 120 days following the July 30 deadline. No bid security is required.

Evaluation will be scored on technical requirements including quality, price, delivery, and payment terms. Bidders must certify independence in bid development, compliance with debarment requirements, and registration with the Iowa Department of Revenue for sales tax collection and remittance. Iowa Prison Industries reserves the right to reject any or all bids and is not obligated to award a contract. The resulting contract will not be exclusive. Christina Greif, Procurement Specialist 2, is the primary contact at 319-462-3706 or christina.greif@iowa.gov.