Addendum No 1 - 52-IFB-162381835-MLE -White Tube Socks-Tabor City Sewing Plant.docx

This document is Addendum No. 1 for Solicitation No. 52-IFB-1623819835-MLE issued by the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (NCDAC) for White Tube Socks at the Tabor City Sewing Plant. The solicitation seeks competitive bids for white tube socks with specific technical requirements, including a 60% cotton and 40% polyester composition, 21" length, 6" rib length, and a minimum weight of 64 grams per pair. The bid response deadline is July 24, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with an estimated annual requirement of 2,400 boxes (15 dozen per box). The contract will have an initial three-year term, with no guaranteed minimum or maximum order quantities.

The addendum clarifies key procurement details, including a notable domestic production requirement mandating that 10% of the first-year contract be produced in the United States. Vendors must submit a complete stock sample and comply with detailed attachments, including pricing forms and customer references. The solicitation emphasizes evaluation based on the lowest responsive bidder meeting specifications, with considerations for delivery promptness and overall vendor capability. Pricing will remain firm for 180 days from the contract effective date, and the state reserves the right to make award decisions based on comprehensive vendor assessments that go beyond price to include production capabilities, product quality, and delivery reliability.