Washing Machine, DOC

The state of South Dakota, specifically Minnehaha County's Department of Corrections, is seeking to procure two UniMac industrial washing machines (Model: UWT105N20MQ050BA00) for the South Dakota State Penitentiary located in Sioux Falls. The procurement is structured as an Invitation for Bid (IFB) with specific technical requirements, including 105-pound capacity washers with precise electrical specifications of 200-240V, 50-60 HZ, 14A power, and a recommended 20A circuit breaker. Delivery is scheduled for October 31, 2025, with FOB destination to the facility at 1600 North Drive in Sioux Falls. The specification sheet (25IFB17602.pdf) provides detailed technical schematics and emphasizes that the brand name is used descriptively to define quality and performance characteristics, not to restrict competition. The solicitation was posted on September 18, 2025, with bid responses due by October 8, 2025, indicating a procurement timeline of approximately three weeks for vendor submissions.

The state's vendor manual suggests this procurement is open to registered vendors who can meet specific qualifications, with potential preferences for resident and minority-owned businesses. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly stated in the provided documents, vendors must comply with state and federal non-discrimination standards and register through the state's electronic procurement system. No specific award value or budget range is disclosed in the documentation. Vendors will need to demonstrate compliance with the state's procurement policies, including potential requirements for tax documentation, insurance, and adherence to contractual obligations. The procurement appears focused on replacing or upgrading institutional laundry equipment with precise technical specifications that match the facility's existing infrastructure, suggesting a targeted replacement of current washing machine assets at the state penitentiary.