State of Rhode Island - MPA 618 OE Institutional Kitchen and Laundry Major Equipment - OEV26005744 (2025)
Rhode Island Division of Purchases | State of Rhode IslandState · Providence, RI- Due
- Mar 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 2, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Gerald Teixeira
- (401) 574-8472
The 30-second brief
Open Enrollment to establish a list of qualified vendors to provide brand new institutional kitchen and laundry major equipment to include refrigerators, ovens, stoves, steamers, washers, dryers, dishwashers, and microwaves to State agencies, quasi-agencies, cities, and towns in Rhode Island. The initial contract period will run from approximately August 2025 through March 20, 2026, with potential renewals for up to one additional 12-month period. Proposals must be submitted electronically via Ocean State Procures before March 20, 2026. Required insurance includes liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence and workers compensation.
Pass/Fail basis, price, expertise, vendor availability
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Summary
Open Enrollment to establish a list of qualified vendors to provide brand new institutional kitchen and laundry major equipment to include refrigerators, ovens, stoves, steamers, washers, dryers, dishwashers, and microwaves to State agencies, quasi-agencies, cities, and towns in Rhode Island.
The initial contract period will run from approximately August 2025 through March 20, 2026, with potential renewals for up to one additional 12-month period. Proposals must be submitted electronically via Ocean State Procures before March 20, 2026. Required insurance includes liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence and workers compensation.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Pass/Fail basis
- Price
- Expertise
- Vendor availability
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Vendor Certification Questionnaire
- Vendor Qualifications Assessment questionnaire
- MBE Participation Acknowledgment Form
- Submit to
- https://webprocure.perfect.com/login
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Providence, RI
- Reported agency
- State of Rhode Island
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Rhode Island Division of Purchases | State of Rhode Island?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 20, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://webprocure.perfect.com/login. For questions, contact Gerald Teixeira.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Rhode Island Division of Purchases | State of Rhode Island in RI, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Gerald Teixeira at (401) 574-8472. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Pass/Fail basis, price, expertise, vendor availability" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Vendor Certification Questionnaire, Vendor Qualifications Assessment questionnaire, MBE Participation Acknowledgment Form. Review the full document from Rhode Island Division of Purchases | State of Rhode Island for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Providence, RI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.