Cook Chill Labels and Ribbon - DOC

The State of Missouri Department of Corrections (DOC) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFBC30034901900145) for Cook Chill Labels and Ribbon, seeking three specific product types: 1) a 2 1/4" x 12" white perforated label tape compatible with Datamax-O'Neil Model #I-4212-E printer, with 400 labels per roll and 25 rolls per box, 2) a 4" x 3" white label tape with 1,000 labels per roll, and 3) a 2 1/2" wide black non-smear premium thermal transfer ribbon with approximately 1,182 feet per roll. The solicitation requires vendors to provide specific brand and model information for the proposed items, with labels capable of withstanding temperatures between 40F and 200F. The procurement is targeted for the DOC's Central Region Commodity Warehouse in Jefferson City and Eastern Region Commodity Warehouse in Bonne Terre, Missouri. The bid period opened on August 1, 2018, and closed on August 22, 2018, with vendors able to submit responses either electronically through the MissouriBUYS system or as hard copy to the Division of Purchasing. Vendors must complete and sign Exhibit A and any other applicable exhibits, with payment terms set at Net 45 Days and delivery terms specified as Free On Board Destination.

The solicitation does not indicate any specific set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation, suggesting the bid is open to all qualified vendors. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the documentation. The procurement documents do not specify an estimated total contract value or specific budget range for the labels and ribbons. Submission requirements include providing detailed product specifications, brand and model information, and completing all required exhibits. The bid appears to be a standard competitive procurement without preferential treatment for specific business types or sizes. Vendors must demonstrate their ability to meet the technical specifications, including temperature tolerance, label quantities, and printer compatibility. The evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed, but the language suggests the award will be made to the lowest and best bid that meets all technical requirements and specifications.