FDC ITB-24-170 Can Liners

The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) has issued Invitation to Bid (ITB) No. FDC ITB-24-170 for procuring can liners to be used across 143 correctional facilities statewide. The solicitation seeks vented and non-vented can liners in multiple sizes, including 10-gallon, 44-gallon, and 55-gallon clear plastic liners with varying mil wall thicknesses. Sealed bids are due by June 26, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time, with the contract intended to establish an Agency Term Contract (ATC) for up to three years with potential renewal options. Vendors must bid on all items to be considered responsive and demonstrate at least three years of relevant business experience. The primary evaluation criterion will be the lowest Grand Total Price, with estimated annual quantities ranging from 160 to 3,020 cases depending on specific liner specifications. The Department reserves the right to add or delete products and service locations throughout the procurement process.

Vendors must maintain positive financial standing and comply with various state requirements, including E-Verify registration and scrutinized company certifications. The solicitation includes potential preference for minority-owned, women-owned, or veteran-owned businesses in the event of tie bids. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the procurement spans multiple sizes and specifications across four geographic regions of Florida, suggesting a significant annual procurement value. No incumbent vendors are specifically mentioned in the documentation. Prospective bidders must adhere to legal and ethical standards, with the FDC maintaining comprehensive discretion in contract award and implementation. The contract's broad scope across 143 facilities indicates a substantial opportunity for vendors capable of meeting the stringent requirements and delivering consistent, high-quality can liner products to correctional institutions statewide.