2 Inch Silver Reflective Tape-Tabor City Sewing Plant

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is seeking competitive bids for a term contract to procure 2-inch Silver Reflective Tape for the Tabor City Sewing Plant through an Invitation for Bid (IFB). The procurement is for approximately 75,000 yards of reflective tape to be delivered on an as-needed basis during an initial three-year contract period. Specific product requirements include silver-colored glass bead fabric trim, 2 inches wide, of first quality, with precise packaging specifications of 200 yards or meters per roll, 3 rolls per case, and individually wrapped in plastic. Vendors must submit a minimum 2-yard "Head End" sample before the bid opening and demonstrate ability to deliver within 30 consecutive calendar days after receiving a purchase order. Key bid dates include a submission deadline of July 23, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET, with written questions due by July 8, 2025. Evaluation will be based on the lowest responsive bid meeting all specified technical requirements, with no guaranteed minimum or maximum order quantities.

The solicitation emphasizes participation from Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs) and includes provisions for minority, women, and disabled business enterprises, with a stated goal of 10% utilization of diverse firms as 1st or 2nd tier subcontractors. Vendors must comply with the Flammability Fabrics Act and are required to submit laboratory test reports and Safety Data Sheets as part of their bid package. The procurement covers raw materials used in processing North Carolina Correction Enterprise products and spans jurisdictions including Clay County and Teachey Town. While no specific award value is explicitly stated, the comprehensive specifications and multi-year contract structure suggest a significant procurement opportunity for qualified vendors. The contract appears designed to ensure a reliable supply of high-quality reflective tape for correctional enterprise manufacturing operations, with a focus on supporting diverse and small business participation in state contracting.