CONTRACT: Personal Hygiene Products

The New Hampshire Department of Administrative Services, Division of Procurement and Support Services has issued Request for Bid (RFB) Number 3066-26 for personal hygiene products targeting multiple state agencies and facilities, including the Department of Corrections in Concord and Berlin, Glencliff Home, NH Hospital in Concord, and the Juvenile Justice Service in Manchester. The procurement seeks to establish a four-year contract with potential two-year extension, commencing upon Governor and Executive Council approval and running through October 1, 2029. The bid encompasses over 40 personal hygiene and care items including body wash, toothbrushes, combs, razors, sanitary products, lotions, shampoos, deodorants, and related accessories, with specific requirements for pack sizes, case quantities, and product specifications. Bidders must provide quarterly and annual usage reports, maintain adequate inventory to prevent stockouts, and communicate any out-of-stock situations within 24 hours of order placement. The bid is due on August 28, 2025, at 11:30 AM Eastern Time, with biannual price adjustments limited to 2% and all prices to be in US dollars, inclusive of delivery and associated costs.

The procurement emphasizes environmentally friendly products, encouraging suppliers to provide materials with characteristics such as energy efficiency, reusability, recyclability, and postconsumer recycled materials. Vendors must be registered with the NH Bureau of Purchase and Property and the Secretary of State, and provide a certificate of insurance with specific coverage amounts. While the documents do not specify set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations, vendors must demonstrate compliance with state requirements and possess the capability to fulfill comprehensive institutional personal care product needs. The bid does not explicitly reveal the total contract value or specific pricing structure, with the attached spreadsheet showing estimated annual quantities but listing most items at $0.00. The procurement appears structured for large-scale institutional procurement, likely targeting correctional facilities, healthcare systems, or similar state-managed environments. Vendors will need to provide a complete catalog of personal hygiene products capable of meeting the diverse needs of multiple state agencies with consistent quality and reliable supply chain management.