Flag Materials - MVE

The State of Missouri, specifically through the Missouri Vocational Enterprises (MVE) program located at the Tipton Correctional Center Shoe Factory in Montgomery County, is seeking bids for a comprehensive flag materials procurement. The Invitation for Bid (IFBC30034901902239) solicits vendors to provide a wide range of flag products including USA flags in multiple sizes and materials (nylon, polyester, and cotton ranging from 3'x5' to 8'x12'), Missouri state flags, military branch flags, POW/MIA flags, miniature USA stick flags, flag headers, brass grommets, and flagpole stationary trucks. The bid was posted on April 17, 2019, with responses due by May 14, 2019 at 3:00 PM CDT, and the initial contract term will run from June 16, 2019 through June 15, 2020. Quantities vary significantly across line items, ranging from 25 to 3,000 units, with substantial requirements for USA nylon flags (650 3'x5' flags) and Missouri state flags (800 3'x5' flags). The solicitation includes detailed technical specifications for each flag type, requiring precise manufacturing standards such as embroidered stars, sewn stripes, specific color matching, and exact dimensional tolerances.

The procurement is open to all vendors without specific set-aside designations or restrictions on organizational type. No incumbent vendor information is provided in the solicitation documents. Vendors must submit pricing for the initial contract term and provide maximum unit prices for two potential one-year renewal periods. Delivery terms are FOB Destination to the Tipton Correctional Center Shoe Factory, with payment terms of Net 45 Days. Bidders can submit responses either electronically through the MissouriBUYS system or as hard copy to the Division of Purchasing, and must complete Exhibit A (Pricing Pages) and Exhibit F along with any other applicable exhibits. While the total estimated contract value is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the procurement and the significant quantities requested suggest a substantial contract opportunity. The State of Missouri will award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on the submitted pricing and compliance with the detailed technical specifications.