Unimac Hardmount Washer

The Kansas Department of Corrections is seeking to procure two UniMac industrial washers/extractors through a competitive bidding process for the Lansing and Norton Correctional Facilities. Specifically, the procurement includes a 105 Lb. Capacity Hard Mount Washer/Extractor (Model UWT105V4) and a 275 Lb. Capacity Soft Mount Washer/Extractor, with comprehensive requirements for shipping, installation, and connections. The solicitation is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) with an event period running from May 2, 2025, to June 5, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST, requiring bidders to submit comprehensive documentation including a Tax Clearance Certificate, Immigration Reform and Control form, Sexual Harassment form, and Boycott of Israel form. Bidders must communicate all questions in writing via email by May 15, 2025, to the procurement contact, Phillip L. Curtis, and are required to obtain an official invitation to participate at least 24 hours before the closing date. The contract period will extend from the date of contract execution through June 30, 2030, with a minimum 365-day warranty requirement and structured as an indefinite quantity contract.

The procurement allows for potential participation by political subdivisions and includes provisions for disadvantaged business enterprises, with specific bidder preference opportunities for Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses and Certified Business categories. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the solicitation allows for procurement card (P-Card) payments and indicates flexibility for future orders beyond the initial two units. The State of Kansas reserves the right to accept or reject any bid, emphasizing competitive procurement while maintaining the ability to waive minor specification deviations. Potential respondents must operate in US Dollars and comply with various state and federal anti-discrimination and legal requirements. The contract covers not just the initial washer/extractor units but also provides a framework for potential future purchases, with the understanding that additional units will be quoted separately and that the state is not guaranteed a specific purchase volume.