Sandbags

The North Dakota Sandbags multi-award vehicle provides a comprehensive procurement solution for polypropylene sandbags designed for flood control, emergency management, and infrastructure protection. The contract covers sandbags measuring 14 inches wide by 26 inches long, constructed from tubular woven fabric with specific performance requirements including ultraviolet resistance and drop resistance testing. These sandbags are available in quantities ranging from 1,000 to 1,000,000 units, with flexible shipping options that include standard delivery within 7 calendar days and expedited delivery within 24 hours.

The contract (Contract Number 027) is awarded to Northern Bag and Box Company from Grand Forks, North Dakota, and covers the period from February 1, 2023, to January 31, 2024. The vehicle supports cooperative purchasing across North Dakota state agencies, higher education institutions, local governments, nonprofit organizations, tribal agencies, and transportation providers. The contract allows for flexible purchasing through purchase orders or purchasing cards, with pricing firm for the first contract year and potential adjustments upon renewal. While no specific total contract value is noted, the agreement provides a strategic procurement mechanism for sandbag acquisition across the state, with no mandated participation or predetermined volume requirements.