Window Fronts Replacement

The Kansas Department of Administration, Office of Procurement and Contracts is seeking competitive bids for a window front replacement project at the Ellsworth Correctional Facility, specifically targeting Buildings 1 and 8. The procurement involves comprehensive window and door upgrades, including replacing window frames, glass, and in Building 1, one door frame and door with specific hardware requirements. Bidders must install clear anodized finish windows with gray over low-e units and silver panels, adhering to precise technical specifications. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for August 12, 2025, at 9:30 AM at the facility in Ellsworth, Kansas, with bid submissions due by August 26, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. Contractors must submit bids via email to Procurement@ks.gov or hand-deliver to the procurement office, and are required to complete multiple certification forms including Immigration Reform, Sexual Harassment Policy, Boycott of Israel, and Procurement of Equipment certifications. Additional requirements include obtaining necessary construction approvals, providing a 100% performance bond, and completing a comprehensive bid package with a signed signature sheet, tax clearance certificate, and detailed cost information.

The procurement appears to encourage participation from diverse businesses, with potential preferences for disabled veteran-owned and certified businesses. Bidders must submit a bid guaranty of 5% of the total bid amount, with potential performance and public works bonds contingent on the contract value. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the project requires contractors to remove old materials and conduct a walk-through upon project completion, with the understanding that the contractor will not be responsible for potential structural damage to cement blocks if no steel lintel exists above existing windows. Though an exact budget range is not specified, the project involves significant facility infrastructure improvements at a state correctional facility. The procurement is structured to promote competitive bidding while ensuring comprehensive compliance with state certification requirements, with the ultimate goal of selecting a qualified contractor to execute the window front replacement project at the Ellsworth Correctional Facility.