Alkaline Batteries for Canteen - DOC-PE

The Louisiana Office of State Procurement is requesting bids for alkaline batteries for canteen resale at Louisiana State Penitentiary in Angola under ITB 3000026731, with bids due November 10, 2026 at 10:00 AM CST via the LaGov Supplier Portal.

The scope encompasses two product lines: AA alkaline batteries (estimated 20,000 cases) and AAA alkaline batteries (estimated 800 cases). Acceptable brands are Eveready, Energizer, or Duracell supplied in blister pack format with cardboard or shrink-wrap protection. All products must carry a "Best if used by date 2030" designation with expiration dates clearly marked on individual packs. Bidders must be registered in the LaGov system; newly registered vendors must submit a W-9 form. For contracts exceeding $25,000, corporations and limited liability companies must be registered and in good standing with the Louisiana Secretary of State and submit debarment certification.

This is a blanket order contract with an initial 12-month term commencing January 1, 2027, or upon award date (whichever is later) through December 31, 2027, plus two optional 12-month renewal periods at identical pricing and terms for a potential maximum duration of 36 months. Delivery is required within 5–7 days after receipt of order with a minimum order quantity of 100 cases per order. Bid prices must include all freight charges and be quoted F.O.B. Destination; payment is due within 30 days of invoice receipt or delivery (whichever is later). The State intends to award on an all-or-none basis to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder but reserves the right to reject individual line items. No bid bond or performance bond is required.