California eProcure #07-0784C

Procurement and Installation of Vending Machines for Centinela State Prison

This opportunity involves the procurement and installation of vending machines for Centinela State Prison, managed by the California Department of Rehabilitation. - Government Buyer: - California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR), State of California - Project location: Centinela State Prison, Imperial County, CA - OEMs and Vendors: - USI (United Standard Industries) – referenced for frozen food vending machines - Vendo – referenced for cold drink vending machines - No specific OEMs mandated; equivalents allowed if meeting all specifications - Products/Services Requested: - 9 Frozen Food Vending Machines (USI Alpine Combi 3000 or equivalent) - Dimensions: 29.5"W x 72"H x 38"D - Power: 120 VAC - Features: CPI coin mechanism (6 tubes), CPI high capacity bill acceptor ($1/$5), Cantaloupe G11 Eport credit card reader, ADA compliance - 1 Cold Drink Vending Machine (Vendo 721 V21-Stack or equivalent) - Dimensions: 29.5"W x 72"H x 38"D (not to exceed 39.5"W/35"D) - Power: 120 VAC - Features: Chameleon Waterfall display, can/bottle dispensing, CPI coin mechanism, CPI bill acceptor, Cantaloupe G11 Eport credit card reader, ADA compliance - Removal and trade-in/recycling/disposal of 5 existing vending machines - Delivery, set-in-place, installation, programming, functional testing, and training for all new machines - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All machines must be newly manufactured (no used or reconditioned units) - Bidders must be manufacturers or factory-authorized suppliers - Compliance with ADA, UL, EPA/DOE Energy Star, and California Appliance Efficiency standards - Strict security and access protocols for work inside the correctional facility - Completion of state certifications (recycled content, payee data, Darfur Act compliance) - All machines must be delivered, installed, and operational within 35 calendar days after order - 90-day warranty on labor and parts - Recycled content certification required for applicable product categories

Description

This solicitation is a Small Business Option request for vending machines to be installed at Centinela State Prison. It includes procurement of nine frozen food vending machines and one cold drink vending machine. The scope covers delivery, installation, removal or recycling of existing machines, and compliance with specified technical and security requirements. The solicitation emphasizes newly manufactured goods, factory authorized suppliers, and adherence to state procurement policies. The due date for quotes is September 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM PDT.

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