Informal Request for Proposal # 726DVR7525 - Vending Machine Services, Juneau Area

The Department of Labor, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, Business Enterprise Program (BEP) is seeking contractors to provide vending machine services in buildings owned, leased, or occupied by the state or federal government, or on other properties as determined by BEP. The contractor will be required to provide full-service vending services, including installation, maintenance, and management of vending machines, as well as payment of commissions to BEP. The contract term will be approximately 1 year with four 1-year renewal options. The contractor must have at least 3 years of experience providing vending machine services within the previous 5 years. • The contractor will be responsible for installing and maintaining vending machines, collecting and paying commissions, and providing customer refunds. • The contractor must comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and contract provisions. • The contractor must provide a transition plan to ensure a smooth transition of vending services. • The contractor must provide a cost proposal and other required documents. • The evaluation criteria will include management plan, experience and qualifications, cost proposal, and Alaska offeror preference.