Clothing Care Products for Resale in Offender Canteens

The Missouri Department of Corrections has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB931CR18124) for clothing care products to be resold in offender canteens, covering jurisdictions including Clark County and Jefferson City. The procurement seeks three specific product categories: 387 cases of sewing kits with clear plastic cases containing at least six colors of polyester thread, plastic thimbles, needles, and needle threaders; 464 cases of white tubular plastic clothing hangers sized 16-18 inches in 8-12 packs; and 587 cases of fabric softener dryer sheets in 25-50 sheet packages. The solicitation opened on June 28, 2018, with bids due by July 19, 2018, at 3:00 PM CDT, allowing vendors to submit either hard copy bids to the Department's Purchasing Section in Jefferson City or electronic submissions through the MissouriBUYS system. The contract will have an initial term with two potential one-year renewal options, with price increases limited to 1% per renewal period calculated against the original contract price. Delivery terms are Free on Board (FOB) Destination with Net 45 Days payment terms, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

The solicitation contains no specific set-aside designations and is open to all qualified vendors without restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. No information is provided about incumbent vendors or current contractors, and the total estimated contract value is not disclosed. Vendors must complete and sign Exhibits A, E, and F along with the IFB cover page, and bids must be clearly marked with the IFB number for identification. The procurement process requires sealed submissions and offers no preferential treatment for disadvantaged enterprises or small businesses. Potential vendors should note that the bid requires detailed specifications for each product category, including precise measurements, packaging requirements, and material specifications. The contact for any questions regarding the solicitation is Diana Fredrick at the Missouri Department of Corrections, who can provide additional clarification about the procurement requirements.