26028465 - velcro - hook & loop fastener

The State of California issued Request for Bids (RFB) 26028465 for the procurement of Velcro hook and loop fastener products to support state operations. This procurement was posted on February 4, 2026, with a bid submission deadline of February 19, 2026. The solicitation seeks various velcro fastening solutions that comply with detailed technical specifications including adhesive backing options, tensile strength requirements, peel adhesion standards, and dimensional tolerances. Bidders must submit products that meet defined performance thresholds for fastener durability, adhesion strength, and compatibility across various applications, with suppliers expected to provide unit costs and total pricing for the requested quantities. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder that meets all specification requirements outlined in the technical specification document. Prospective vendors must complete and submit all required forms and documentation, including certification templates and compliance declarations detailed in the required purchasing forms appendix, to be considered responsive to this solicitation.

This procurement includes provisions for Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) status, requiring bidders to provide documentation and attestation regarding their business certification to ensure compliance with California's diversity and small business contracting criteria and procurement set-aside programs. The CBE certification form (Exhibit 6) must be completed and submitted as part of the bid package to demonstrate vendor eligibility and classification status. The solicitation incorporates the State of California's standard purchasing requirements and forms as established in the required purchasing forms appendix dated June 10, 2024. No specific award value or budget range information is provided within the available procurement documentation. Funding for this procurement is sourced through the State of California's general operating budget or specific departmental allocations. Bidders should carefully review all technical specifications, delivery requirements, payment terms, and certification requirements detailed in all solicitation documents prior to submission to ensure full compliance.