Louisiana Procurement and Contract Network #50015-260520

Washing Machine and Dryer Vending Concession for Southeastern Louisiana University Housing

Southeastern Louisiana University is seeking bids for a comprehensive washing machine and dryer vending concession to serve its Auxiliary Services Department and university housing. - Government Buyer: - Southeastern Louisiana University, Purchasing Department (part of the University of Louisiana System) - Products and Equipment Requested: - 65 new front-load washing machines - Must include card readers compatible with CBORD-CS Gold - 60 cycle 110 volt AC, white or approved neutral color - Tamper-proof with non-reset counters - 77 new front-load, stackable gas dryers (natural gas) - Must include card readers compatible with CBORD-CS Gold - Tamper-proof with non-reset counters - 142 laundry card readers (one per machine) - Services Requested: - Full vending operation including installation, maintenance, repair, preventative maintenance, and customer service for all machines - Web-based laundry software for machine availability and alerts - Training for resident assistant staff - Reporting and commission payment to the university - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All equipment must be new at contract start - Equipment must be tamper-proof and have non-reset counters - Card readers must be compatible with the CBORD-CS Gold system - Minimum annual guaranteed commission of $10,000 or a percentage of gross receipts (whichever is greater) - Alternate bid option for unlimited laundry use per student, included in room rent - Bid guaranty of 5% of the annual minimum guaranteed commission required - No specific OEMs or brands mandated, but bidders must specify the brands and models offered - Place of Performance: - Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, LA (multiple residence halls) - University Housing, 1301 SGA Drive, Pride Hall Conference Room, Hammond, LA - Contract Duration: - Initial period of one year with four possible one-year extensions (up to five years total)

Description

Southeastern Louisiana University is soliciting bids to furnish a washing machine and dryer vending concession for its Auxiliary Services Department. The contract period is from July 20, 2026, to July 19, 2027, with the possibility of four additional one-year extensions under the same terms. Bidders must provide new equipment and agree to pay an annual minimum guaranteed commission or a percentage commission rate based on gross receipts. An alternate bid option allows for laundry services to be included in student room rent, with a cost per student bid for each semester.

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