Machining Equipment and Delivery for CT Technical School

The State of Connecticut, through the Department of Connecticut Technical Education (TEC) and procured via DAS Procurement under solicitation number 26PSX0042, is seeking to acquire machining equipment to support student training needs across its facilities in Connecticut. The contract, effective from June 1, 2026, through June 1, 2027, requires the delivery of specific machinery including three Trak K3 KMX Knee Mills, two HAAS Mini Mills, and one HAAS ST-10Y Turning Center, with all costs for delivery, rigging, installation, training, and setup included in the firm, fixed unit prices outlined in Exhibit B, the Price Schedule. Equipment must be brand new, of the latest model, and compliant with Environmentally Preferable Products standards, emphasizing energy efficiency, low toxicity, recyclability, and minimized environmental impact throughout packaging, transportation, use, and disposal. All goods must be securely packed according to commercial practice without additional charges, and delivered free on board to locations specified by TEC in individual purchase orders. Acceptance of delivered items is contingent upon inspection by the Commissioner of DAS in consultation with TEC, with rejection or price adjustments permitted for noncompliance, and payment is only issued after formal acceptance and submission of a proper invoice. The contractor must maintain commercial general liability insurance of at least $1,000,000 and workers’ compensation coverage in compliance with Connecticut law, along with employer’s liability coverage of at least $100,000. They must affirm they are not debarred or suspended, have no recent terminations for cause, are current on all state taxes, unemployment contributions, and workers’ compensation assessments, and are in full compliance with OSHA regulations. The contract prohibits the use of contingent solicitation fees or unethical influence in securing the award and mandates adherence to Connecticut’s non-discrimination statutes and the Americans with Disabilities Act. All deliverables must align with the detailed specifications in Exhibit A, and the contractor must provide manufacturer certifications validating environmental compliance within ten business days of request. Time is of the essence for all performance deadlines, and extensions require prior written approval from TEC. The contractor is also required to safeguard confidential information, ensure ADA accessibility, and incorporate all contract clauses—including termination, indemnification, and confidentiality—into any subcontracting arrangements.