Fleece Blanket Material

The State of Missouri, specifically the Missouri Department of Corrections and Missouri Vocational Enterprises, is seeking bids for a comprehensive fleece blanket material procurement through an Invitation for Bid (IFBC) solicitation. The contract aims to acquire 100% polyester fleece fabric in multiple colors and specific quantities: 25,000 linear yards of charcoal gray (7.0-8.0 oz/yd2), 10,000 linear yards of burgundy (12.0-13.0 oz/yd2), and 1,000 linear yards each of sage/green, sky blue, and miscellaneous assorted colors (12.0-13.0 oz/yd2). The fleece material must meet rigorous technical specifications, including Federal Act Title XI 1610 CFR flame retardant standards, a minimum cut-table width of 59"-60", maximum shrinkage of 7%, anti-pill finish on one side, and brushed texture on the other. The solicitation period runs from June 22, 2021 to July 13, 2021 at 2:00 PM CDT, with bids to be submitted through the MissouriBUYS system. Vendors must complete and upload Exhibits A through G, including detailed pricing pages, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The initial contract term includes options for two additional one-year renewal periods, with vendors required to specify maximum prices for these potential extensions.

The solicitation is open to all vendors with no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. No incumbent vendor or current contractor is identified in the documentation, and no estimated total contract value is provided. Delivery terms are FOB Destination to various clothing factories throughout Missouri, with payment terms set at Net 45 days. Reference materials include specific Restex product numbers (#85099G, #85099B, #85099SG, and #85099SB) or equivalent materials as quality benchmarks. While the solicitation provides comprehensive technical specifications and detailed requirements, it does not disclose any information about existing infrastructure or technology that might require integration. Vendors are expected to meet the stringent material quality standards, including first-quality fleece with specific weight, width, and finish requirements, and demonstrate the ability to provide the requested quantities across multiple color options.