Solicitation Response Summary - Carr Textiles

This is a solicitation response document submitted by Carr Textiles to the State of Nebraska, Department of Administrative Services (DAS), Materiel Division, State Purchasing Bureau (SPB), for textile materials needed by the Department of Correctional Services (DCS). The procurement requests four specific textile items: 7.5 oz fleece in heather gray (15,000 yards annually), 7.5 oz rib knit in heather gray (7,588 yards annually), 5.5 oz jersey knit in white (130,000 yards annually), and 5.5 oz white shoulder tape (36,000 yards annually). Materials must be first quality, rolled on 2-3-inch inner diameter non-crush cores, and subject to performance testing including ten wash and dry cycles. The bid opening was scheduled for December 29, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. CST via online Webex meeting, with the resulting contract spanning two years and potential renewal options for three additional one-year periods. Carr Textiles, as a bidder, must commit to delivering materials within 45 calendar days of order receipt.

The bidder must submit comprehensive pricing on the provided cost sheet, including unit prices for core items. Prices remain fixed for the first twelve months, with subsequent increases limited to Producer Price Index changes. All transportation and delivery charges must be included in quoted pricing, with deliveries restricted to Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., excluding state and federal holidays. Materials must be delivered to Cornhusker State Industries at 800 Pioneers Boulevard, Lincoln, Nebraska 68502, palletized with protective coverings and detailed roll markings. The solicitation does not specify explicit set-aside designations, and the contract is non-exclusive, with the State reserving the right to procure similar goods from alternative sources. Bidders must be authorized to conduct business in Nebraska and comply with Secretary of State registration requirements.