52-RFP-2403556902-CCS - Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Equipment Rental and Supplies

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is requesting proposals for rental of negative pressure wound therapy equipment and consumable supplies for offenders statewide under RFP 52-RFP-2403556902-CCS, with proposals due October 29, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET and written questions due October 21, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET.

The Department averages approximately 750 daily NPWT rentals annually across five designated correctional facilities in North Carolina. The solicitation requests either the 3M V.A.C. Ulta Therapy Unit (model #ULTDEV01/US.P) or a functional equivalent, and the 3M Prevena Plus 125 Therapy Unit or functional equivalent. Vendors must demonstrate a minimum of three years' experience providing approximately 750 daily NPWT rentals annually to correctional settings and provide at least three customer references for similar services. All transportation costs and FOB Destination delivery to any of the five DAC locations are included in pricing; vendors must be capable of next-day delivery.

Vendors are required to register with the North Carolina Secretary of State prior to award, authorize background checks for personnel, maintain appropriate insurance coverage, and execute a Business Associate Addendum for HIPAA compliance if handling protected health information.

Evaluation is weighted in descending order of importance: vendor experience, vendor technical approach, and cost proposal. The contract term is one year from award, with the State retaining options to renew for up to two additional one-year terms, with written notice required at least thirty days before the end of each current term. No minimums or maximums are guaranteed. The State reserves the right to award to a single vendor or make separate awards by line item, and may reject any or all proposals. Payment terms are net 30 days after receipt of correct invoice or acceptance of goods. A virtual bid opening is scheduled for October 29, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET.