Cosmetology and Barber Supplies

State of Tennessee · Bid Brief

Deadline
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 04:59:59 GMT stated by source
Source text: 09/17/2026 · Central time
Location
Not stated by the source
Status
open derived
Solicitation number
32901-13993

Scope

From: Specifications

Central Procurement Office • Tennessee Tower, 3rd Floor
312 Rosa L. Parks Avenue, Nashville, TN 37243
Tel: 615-741-1035 • Fax: 615-741-0684 Website: tn.gov/generalservices/
Specifications for Cosmetology / Barber Shop Supplies
Tennessee Department of Correction
1. Background
The purpose of this Invitation to Bid (ITB) is to establish a contract for the provision and
delivery of cosmetology and barber shop supplies to Tennessee Department of Correction
(TDOC) facilities. TDOC intends to establish a contract with a term of thirty-six (36) months,
with two (2) optional one-year renewal periods.
Pricing submitted by respondents shall be all-inclusive and include all costs associated with
the provision and delivery of goods under this procurement.
2. General Requirements
The Contractor shall provide the specified cosmetology and barber shop items to multiple TDOC
locations statewide. Additional locations may be added at any time at TDOC’s discretion. All
items delivered shall be new, unused, free of defects, and conform to the specifications herein.
3. Scope of Work
The Contractor shall provide the following required items. Items identified as “or equal” shall
meet or exceed the referenced product’s performance, material quality, construction, and
durability.
Line 1: Shampoo Capes
Waterproof, Stain Resistant with Velcro Closure, Adult
Line 2: Styling Cape
Machine Washable with Velcro Closure, Adult
Line 3: Cutting Shears
Professional stainless-steel shears, with finger rest and adjustable tension screw,
Approximately 5 ½”
Line 4: Thinning Shears
Professional Stainless Steel Construction, 28 to 30 tooth Min. 5 ½” to Max. 6 ½”
Line 5: Professional Clippers
Corded, Heavy-Duty Performance
Oster Classic 76 / Andis Master Adjustable Clipper or Equal
Central Procurement Office • Tennessee Tower, 3rd Floor
312 Rosa L. Parks Avenue, Nashville, TN 37243
Tel: 615-741-1035 • Fax: 615-741-0684 Website: tn.gov/generalservices/
Line 6: Neck Strips
Disposable sanitary strips (24 strips per box)
Line 7: Mar-V-Cide
EPA Registered Disinfectant or Equal
Line 8: APCAT Catalog
The Contractor shall provide TDOC with access to its current catalog of cosmetology and
barber products (APCAT or equivalent). The catalog shall remain accessible and updated
throughout the contract term.
In addition to the mandatory equipment listed above, the Contractor shall maintain a
comprehensive catalog of available barbering and cosmetology equipment, tools, supplies,
chemicals, instructional materials, replacement parts, and accessories throughout the contract
term. The Contractor's APCAT (or equivalent) catalog shall include, at minimum, the following
categories of items:
• Professional shampoos and conditioners
• Hair color, developers, toners, and lighteners
• Permanent wave and chemical treatment products
• Relaxers and neutralizers
• Styling products, gels, mousses, sprays, and oils
• Professional combs and brushes
• Spray bottles and applicators
• Sectioning clips
• Barber aprons
• Bar
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bicide jars and sanitation containers
• Clipper guards
• Clipper blades
• Clipper oil
• Blade disinfectant
• Clipper cleaning brushes
• Replacement shears
• Replacement mannequin heads and hair
• Mirrors
• Replacement parts and repair components
• Any additional barbering or cosmetology equipment or instructional supplies offered
through the Contractor's commercial catalog.
The Contractor shall propose a fixed percentage discount from its commercial catalog or
published price list. The discount shall remain firm for the duration of the contract unless
otherwise provided herein.
Central Procurement Office • Tennessee Tower, 3rd Floor
312 Rosa L. Parks Avenue, Nashville, TN 37243
Tel: 615-741-1035 • Fax: 615-741-0684 Website: tn.gov/generalservices/
4. Correctional Facility Locations:
TDOC facilities include, but are not limited to:
Riverbend Maximum Security Institution
7475 Cockrill Bend Blvd.
Nashville, TN 37209
DeBerry Special Needs Facility
7575 Cockrill Bend Blvd.
Nashville, TN 37209
Debra K. Johnson Rehabilitation Center
3881 Stewarts Lane
Nashville, TN 37218
Turney Center Industrial Complex (Main)
1499 R.W. Moore Memorial Hwy
Only, TN 37140
Turney Center Industrial Complex (Annex)
245 Carroll Road
Clifton, TN 38425
Mark Luttrell Transition Center
6000 State Road
Memphis, TN 38134
West Tennessee State Penitentiary
480 Green Chapel Road
Henning, TN 38041
Northwest Correctional Complex
960 State Route 212
Tiptonville, TN 38079
Bledsoe County Correctional Complex
1045 Horsehead Road
Pikeville, Tn 37367
Central Procurement Office • Tennessee Tower, 3rd Floor
312 Rosa L. Parks Avenue, Nashville, TN 37243
Tel: 615-741-1035 • Fax: 615-741-0684 Website: tn.gov/generalservices/
Morgan County Correctional Complex
541 Wayne Cotton Morgan Dr
Wartburg, TN 37887
Northeast Correction Complex
5249 Highway 67 West
Mountain City, TN 37683

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