Black Fenders

The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) to procure UHMW Fenders for anticipated piling cluster replacements. The purpose of this solicitation is to obtain pricing from vendors to furnish and deliver 300 black fenders, 1-1/4" x 12" x 60", required for the Ferry Division. Bids must be submitted electronically through the state's Vendor Portal by April 17, 2024 at 2:00 PM ET. The intent of this solicitation is to award an Agency Contract to the responsive bidder offering the lowest price that meets the specified requirements. The IFB outlines pricing, product identification, transportation, delivery, and warranty terms. Vendors must also provide information on their HUB participation, financial stability, and location of workers. The state reserves the right to make a single award or multiple awards, and to waive any minor informalities or technicalities in the bids received.

The IFB does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The solicitation does not list any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor does it specify any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The IFB does not provide an estimated award value or budget range for this procurement.