Double Duty Jackets

This solicitation is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) issued by the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (NCDAC) to establish an Agency Specific Term Contract to provide 5.11 Officer Duty Jackets on an "as needed" basis. The IFB requests bids from qualified vendors to deliver 5.11 Double Duty Jackets in sizes ranging from X-Small to 7X-Large. The contract term is three (3) years, beginning on the date of final contract execution. Bids must be submitted by November 8, 2024 at 2:00 PM ET. The State will evaluate the bids and make the award based on the lowest responsive bid that meets the required specifications. Vendors must be authorized distributors or resellers of the 5.11 brand and provide a statement from the manufacturer confirming their authorization. The State will not accept any overages or substitutions, and the vendor's warranty must cover a minimum of 12 months or the length of the manufacturer's warranty, whichever is longer. The IFB also includes requirements for HUB participation, references, financial stability, and certifications related to federal grants and the State's alcohol/drug-free workplace policy.

The contract will serve Wake County and Teachey Town in North Carolina. The solicitation includes a Solicitation Addendum that expands the acceptable jacket model to include the 5.11 Double Duty Jacket Model #48096ABR, in addition to the original Model #48096. No other terms and conditions have been changed. The budget or award value for this procurement is not specified.