DPC-1229399848-BJ - Lathe and Metalworking Machines

The state of North Carolina is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for a Statewide Term Contract to furnish and deliver the state's requirements for a comprehensive multiple manufacturer's product line of new, unused, and commercially available lathe and metalworking machines. The contract will cover 12 product categories, ranging from CNC lathes to robotic automation systems, for an initial 5-year term from February 1, 2025 to December 31, 2030. Bids are due on December 4, 2024 at 2:00 PM EST, and a pre-bid conference is scheduled for October 23, 2024. Pricing will be based on the highest percentage discount off the most recently published Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) List, and vendors may offer additional discounts, rebates, and sustainability information. The estimated annual spend under the current contract was approximately $12.2 million from January 2020 to June 2023.

The contract resulting from this IFB is mandatory for state departments and most state agencies, and may also be utilized by non-mandatory state agencies and other eligible entities. While the solicitation does not mention any set-aside requirements or incumbent contractors, the wide range of equipment categories suggests this is a comprehensive contract opportunity covering a diverse portfolio of metalworking machines and technologies. The document does not provide details on any specific funding sources or award values, but the scale of the estimated annual spend indicates this could be a significant contracting opportunity for qualified vendors.