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Men's Undergarments for use by State Agencies Men's Undergarments for use by State Agency organizations.

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Open 8/6/2026, 8:00 AM CDT Type RFB - Request for Bids Close 9/3/2026, 8:00 AM CDT Number 005-RFB-2971-2027 Currency US Dollar

Sealed Until 9/3/2026, 8:00 AM CDT

Payment Terms 0% 0, Net 60

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Contacts Lara Hicok lara.hicok@das.iowa.gov

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Commodity Codes Commodity Code Description 20187 Undergarments and Sleepwear, Men's 20188 Undergarments and Sleepwear, Unisex

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The purpose of this Request for Bids (RFB) is to solicit competitive bids from qualified Bidders to provide the goods, services, or both described in this RFB for the Lead Agency and any Participating Agencies. The State of Iowa is seeking eligible bidders for Men's Undergarments for provision to incarcerated individuals and residents in multiple facilities throughout the State.

The Lead Agency intends to award one or more contracts for the term identified in the solicitation. At its sole discretion, the Lead Agency may extend the contract(s) for up to the number of annual renewal periods specified in the solicitation. Any contract awarded as a result of this RFB shall be non-exclusive, and the Lead Agency and Participating Agencies reserve the right to procure similar goods or services through other contracts or procurement methods as permitted by law.

This RFB is intended to provide Bidders with the information necessary to prepare responsive and competitive bids. The solicitation process is conducted for the benefit of the Lead Agency and Participating Agencies to obtain the information needed to evaluate bids and select the Bidder(s) whose bid best meets the requirements of this RFB. This RFB is not intended to contain every detail or consideration that may be relevant to preparing a bid. Each Bidder is solely responsible for reviewing the solicitation and obtaining any additional information necessary to prepare a complete and responsive bid.

Samples may be requested by the contracting official during the evaluation process. If requested, the Bidder shall provide two samples of the requested items(s) at no charge to the State for testing purposes and can be returned at the vendor's expense. The samples will be washed and evaluated by the State for design and durability.

Bid Submission and Amendments

Bidders are encouraged to Save Progress frequently, particularly after uploading documents.

If a Bidder opens a bid after it has been certified and submitted, the bid must be certified and resubmitted.

Opening the bid does not remove previously entered information or uploaded documents.

If the Issuing Officer issues an amendment after a bid has been submitted, the Bidder must review and acknowledge the amendment, then certify and resubmit the bid. All previously submitted information and attachments will remain intact.

Instructions for Responding to an Amendment

1. Review the amendment in the solicitation.

2. Complete any newly added or revised questions in the Questions section, if applicable.

3. Acknowledge the amendment.

4. Certify and resubmit the bid before the solicitation closing date and time.

Contract Term

The initial term of the Contract shall begin on September 24, 2026 and end on September 23, 2027.

The Agency shall have the sole option to renew the contract upon the same or more favorable terms and conditions for up to five (5) annual extensions. The resulting contract will be available to all State Agencies.

The resulting Contract will be available for use by all State of Iowa Agencies and other eligible Political Subdivision.

Background Information

The Iowa Department of Administrative Services is seeking eligible Bidders to provide Men's Undergarments for use by State Agency organizations.

PLEASE SEE ATTACHED "MANDATORY SPECIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS" for details on requirements.

Description

2025 Estimated Usage of Men's Briefs - Pairs Large - 4900

XL - 6500

2XL - 6100

3XL - 2300

4XL - 2300

5XL - 800

6XL-10XL - 400

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Prerequisites Required to Enter Bid

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1. Bidder shall read and make certifications of the their Bid.

2. Bidder shall read and authorize to release information for their Bid.

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Buyer Attachments

1. Mandatory Specifications and Requirements.pdf

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Questions Required Questions

Group 1: Form of Bid

Instructions: Bidder shall read and answer the following questions. If you have exceptions to the Terms and Conditions, submit an question(s) in the Question and Answer Section with your exception(s).

1.1 Enter the Bidder's contact name, telephone number, email address, and shipping address for questions regarding this solicitation.

1.2 Enter the Bidder's State or Foreign Country of Residence.

1.3 Bidder shall enter the Resident Preference given by the State or Foreign Country of the Bidder’s residence. Enter the resident preference in the text box or indicate "no preference".

1.4 Enter the number of years the Bidder has been in business in the text box.

1.5 Enter the number of years of experience the Bidder has with providing the types of goods and/or services sought by the solicitation.

1.6 Describe the level of technical experience in providing the types of goods and/or services sought by the solicitation. Enter the information in the the text box or upload a document to the Vendor Attachments Section and enter "see attached" in the text box.

1.7 List all goods and/or services similar to those sought by this solicitation that the Bidder has provided to business or government entities. Fill out the text box or upload a document to the Vendor Attachments Section and enter "see attached" in the text box.

1.8

The Bidder shall provide references from three (3) previous customers or clients knowledgeable of the Bidder’s performance in providing goods and/or services similar to the goods and/or services described in this solicitation. Enter a contact person, telephone number and email address for each reference. Fill out the text box. If the Bidder wants to upload reference letters to the Vendor Attachments Section, enter "see attached" in the text box.

1.9 Bidder shall read, fill-out and upload the Terminations, Litigation and Debarment document.

1.10

Form 22 – Confidential Treatment of Information – All Bidders are required to submit a Form 22 indicating whether or not they are requesting confidential treatment of specific information within their response (see form attached). If Bidder DOES NOT request confidential treatment, Bidder must complete Part 1 of Form 22 and upload in response to this question. If Bidder DOES requests confidential treatment of specific information, Bidder must: (1) fully complete and sign Part 2 of Form 22 and upload in response to this question; (2) prepare and upload a “Public Copy” of the Bid to the "Vendor Attachments" tab from which the confidential information has been redacted as described in Form 22.

1.11 The State of Iowa requires shipping to be FOB Destination, Freight Prepaid. Does the Bidder agree to the terms?

Group 2: Terms and Conditions

Instructions: Bidder shall read and answer the following questions. If you have exceptions to the Terms and Conditions, submit an question(s) in the Question and Answer Section with your exception(s).

2.1 Bidder shall read the RFB Definitions and enter a response.

2.2 Bidder shall read the Administrative Terms and enter a response.

2.3 Bidder shall read the Contract Terms & Conditions and enter a response.

2.4 Bidder shall read the Specification Terms and enter a response.

2.5 Bidder shall read the Terms and Conditions for GOODS and enter a response.

2.6 Bidder shall read the Federal Terms and Conditions and enter a response.

2.7 Bidder shall read the Insurance Requirements and enter a response.

2.8 The Bidder hereby explicitly authorizes the Agency to conduct criminal history and/or other background investigation(s) of the Bidder, its officers, directors, shareholders, or partners and managerial and supervisory personnel retained by the Bidder for the performance of the resulting Contract. Bidder shall enter a response.

2.9 Public Entities (Political Subdivisions) - The resulting Contract will be made available to Political Entities, i.e. cities, counties, and schools. Bidder shall enter a response.

2.10 Nonprofit Entities - The resulting Contract will be made available to nonprofit entities that qualify under I.R.S. § 501 (c) provisions. Bidder shall enter a response.

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2.11

Quarterly Sales Report - The Bidder shall submit a complete and accurate Quarterly Sales Report in Microsoft Excel for net sales made under the resulting Contract. Reports shall be submitted in the format and by the method prescribed by the State and shall be received by no later than thirty (30) calendar days following the end of each calendar quarter. Net sales means the total invoiced sales less credits, returns, refunds, and canceled orders. Bidder shall enter a response.

2.12

Administrative Fee - In addition to the approved discounts or prices specified in the solicitation herein, the Bidder shall pay to the Agency a 1.00% Administrative Fee calculated using the sales reported on the corresponding Quarterly Sales Report. The fee shall be paid quarterly to the Iowa Department of Administrative Services. Bidder shall enter a response.

2.13

Pursuant to Iowa Executive Order 18 (February 10, 2026), the State of Iowa may not purchase equipment, supplies, or services from a Prohibited Company. For purposes of this solicitation, "Prohibited Company" has the meaning set forth in Iowa Code section 12K.1(4) – please see a copy of Iowa Code section 12K.1 attached for your reference.

Bidder shall either hereby certify that “no” it is not a Prohibited Company as defined in Iowa Code section 12K.1(4), or “yes” it is a Prohibited Company as defined in Iowa Code section 12K.1(4). If the Bidder answers "yes," the Department of Administrative Services reserves the right to reject and not evaluate the Bidder's proposal.

2.14 Please indicate which list(s) identified in Iowa Code section 12K.1(4) that Bidder is included on and provide additional clarification or information about Bidder’s inclusion on this list.

Group 3: Payment Terms

Instructions: Bidder shall read and answer the following questions. If you have exceptions to the Terms and Conditions, submit an question(s) in the Question and Answer Section with your exception(s).

3.1 Payment Terms - Per Iowa Code § 8A.514 the State of Iowa is allowed sixty (60) days to pay an invoice submitted by a Bidder. Does the Bidder agree to the terms?

3.2 What discount will the Bidder give for payment in 30 days? Enter the discount in the text box. If none, enter zero.

3.3 Terms of Pcard Acceptance - The State of Iowa prefers to pay Bidders using its Purchasing Card Program (Pcard) whenever possible. Bidders accepting Pcard payments shall comply with the Terms of Pcard Acceptance.

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Product Line Items Product Line Items

1. Bid Specifications. Bidder must satisfy all the specifications to be deemed a Responsible Bidder # Item Name, Commodity Code, Description Allow

Alternates Qty. UOM Requested Delivery

P1 Men's Briefs 1 PR - Pair

20187 - Undergarments and Sleepwear, Men's

•100% cotton – no poly/cotton blends.

•Classic Fit style, white ribbed knit cotton.

•Pre-shrunk to withstand high-heat industrial laundering.

•Elastic Waistband – no metal, buttons or drawstrings.

•Fly-front opening.

•White or Light Gray.

•No logo.

•Sizing available: Small – 10XL.

•Acceptable Brands: Fruit of the Loom, Hanes, Gildan.

P2 Men's Boxers 1 PR - Pair

•100% cotton – no poly/cotton blends.

•Classic Fit style.

•Pre-shrunk to withstand high-heat industrial laundering.

•Elastic Waistband – no metal, buttons or drawstrings.

•Fly-front opening.

•White, Orange or Brown.

•No logo.

•Sizing available: Small to 10XL.

•Acceptable Brands: Fruit of the Loom, Hanes, Gildan.

P3 Men's Undershirt/Tshirt 1 EA - Each

•Undershirt/tshirt - Short Sleeve •100% cotton or Heavy-weight cotton/poly blend or Ribbed knit – double-needle stitched necklines, sleeves and bottom hems.

•White, Orange or Brown.

•Tagless or easily-tearable tags.

P4 Men's Undershirt/Tshirt 1 EA - Each

•Undershirt/tshirt - Sleeveless – tank top double-needle stitched necklines, sleeves and bottom hems.

•White, Orange or Brown.

P5 Men's Undershirt/Tshirt 1 EA - Each

•Undershirt/tshirt - Long Sleeve Thermal double-needle stitched necklines, sleeves and bottom hems.

•White, Orange or Brown.

P6 % Discount on Men's Undergarments in Vendor Catalog 1 EA - Each

Will your company offer a % discount on like-items in your vendor catalog not detailed above? If so, what % discount off list price will you offer?

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Service Line Items Service Line Items

There are no Items added to this event.

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