NIGP 85094: Wool

NIGP 85094 Wool, an Item code, encompasses fabric and textile repair and fabrication services that state and local governments procure for operational equipment and protective gear. Based on recent solicitation activity, the code captures custom fabrication, repair, and replacement of marine-grade and specialized canvas articles — including bimini covers, side curtains, fire extinguisher covers, seat covers, boat covers, tarps, and zipper repairs — supplied on a time-and-material basis with separate labor rate tiers for standard and after-hours work. County sheriffs' departments and other public safety agencies issue solicitations under this code to maintain fleet-support equipment and specialized operational gear across multiple sites. The County of Orange, Sheriff-Coroner is the identifiable recent buyer, indicating that law enforcement agencies with marine or transportation operations drive procurement activity here.

The County of Orange, Sheriff-Coroner issued an IFB (Solicitation Number MA06026010722SC) on March 13, 2026, for repair and replacement of canvas and marine articles supporting Harbor Patrol operations across Corona Del Mar, Dana Point, and Sunset Beach, with proposals due by February 6, 2026. The contract structure is three calendar years with two potential one-year renewal options, subject to Board of Supervisors approval. Bidders must hold a current California State Contractor's License and carry $1 million in general liability and automobile liability coverage, plus statutory workers' compensation and $1 million in employers liability insurance. The County offers a five percent local small business and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise preference, with a maximum preference deduction of $100,000 for County of Orange Local Small Business (OCLSB) and DVBE certified bidders. Geographic activity is limited to Southern California based on available records.