NIGP 26540: Material, Drapery

NIGP 26540 Material, Drapery, is an Item code under which state and local governments procure fire-retardant decorative and functional fabrics in bulk for exhibition, event, and facility use. The recent solicitation activity reflects procurement of polysateen and vinyl taffeta in large-format bolts (29-inch and 54-inch widths), typically fire-rated to meet NFPA 701-CA standards and offered in institutional color palettes. Work under this code includes the supply of finished fabric rolls and ancillary services such as slitting and cutting to specification, with pricing structured on a per-unit or per-bolt basis and extended lead times typical of large-format industrial textile supply.

The Kentucky State Fair Board posted the only recent opportunity in the source. The organization solicited polysateen and vinyl taffeta fabrics under RFB 235-2600000638, with bids due July 14, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. EST; questions closed July 7, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. EST. The scope comprised four line items specifying 100-yard bolts of 29-inch and 54-inch vinyl taffeta embossed fabric in flame-retardant grades and 100-yard bolts of polysateen in five colors, all NFPA 701-CA rated, with separate pricing for slitting services. Award was to be made on best value with price weighted at 100 points and delivery on a pass/fail basis. The initial contract term runs one year from award with four optional one-year renewals. Vendors were required to bid all line items to be considered responsive, with pricing F.O.B. Destination Freight Prepaid and Allowed, and all quoted prices valid for a minimum of 60 calendar days after the bid due date.