Examiner shirts

The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) has issued Solicitation Number 5400025323 for License Examiner Uniform Shirts, targeting the procurement of high-quality polo shirts for license examiners across the state. The solicitation requires 100% polyester pique polo-style shirts in Core by Ash City Style Number 88181 or equivalent, with specific performance characteristics including moisture-wicking, antimicrobial, and UV protection properties. Available shirt colors include Electric Blue, True Royal, Classic Navy, Carbon, and Classic Red, with the SCDMV planning to purchase only one shirt color per contract year. The shirts must be available in sizes ranging from X-Small through XXXX-Large, including tall variants, with an estimated annual purchase of 590 shirts. Key submission deadlines include questions due by August 14, 2023, at 5:00 PM, and offer submissions required online by September 6, 2023, at 11:00 AM. The evaluation criteria focus on selecting the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with SCDMV reserving the right to request and inspect product samples before finalizing the contract award.

The procurement is not restricted to any specific set-aside categories or disadvantaged enterprise programs, and it will utilize the state's online procurement portal for bid submissions. The contract is structured as a one-year initial term with four potential one-year renewal options, creating a maximum contract duration of five years from November 1, 2023, to October 31, 2028. Pricing must be submitted on a per-unit basis and include all costs associated with materials, embroidery setup, and delivery to the SCDMV Warehouse A in Blythewood, South Carolina, with no additional freight, shipping, or logo setup fees permitted. The contractor will be responsible for replacing any defective items within 14 days of notification, and all delivered items must be new and received within 30 days of purchase order receipt. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the annual procurement of approximately 590 shirts suggests a moderate-scale contract. Price adjustments are prohibited during the initial contract term but may be considered for renewal terms if adequate justification is provided at least 90 days before the term's expiration.