Cook/Chill Labels & Ribbon - DOC

The State of Missouri Department of Corrections is conducting an Invitation for Bid (IFBC30034901801824) for Cook/Chill Labels & Ribbon, seeking three specific product types: a white perforated label tape measuring 2 1/4" x 12" with 400 labels per roll, a white rectangular die-cut polyolefin label measuring 4" x 3" with 1,000 labels per roll, and a black thermal transfer ribbon measuring 2 1/2" wide with 1,182 feet per roll. The procurement is open to all vendors and targets delivery to two Missouri Department of Corrections commodity warehouses located in Jefferson City and Bonne Terre. The initial contract period will run from September 22, 2018 through September 21, 2019, with potential for two additional one-year renewal periods. The bid submission period is from February 20, 2018 through March 16, 2018, with bids due by 8:00 PM GMT on the closing date. Vendors must provide detailed product specifications, including brand, model number, and maximum pricing for the initial and two potential renewal contract periods. The labels are required to withstand temperatures ranging from 40F to 200F, and must be packaged in specific quantities per roll and box.

No specific set-aside designations, preferences for disadvantaged enterprises, or incumbent vendor information are mentioned in the solicitation documents. The procurement appears to be an open, competitive bidding process with standard submission requirements, including completed Exhibits A, E, F, and any other applicable documentation. Vendors can submit their bids either electronically through the MissouriBUYS system or as hard copies to the Division of Purchasing. Payment terms are specified as Net 45 days, with delivery terms set as Free On Board Destination. While no specific total contract value or budget range is explicitly stated, the solicitation requires vendors to provide detailed unit pricing for each line item across the initial contract period and two potential renewal periods. The State of Missouri will award the contract to the lowest and best bidder meeting all specified requirements, with no indication of funding source or estimated total procurement value.