Furniture Hardware - Missouri Vocational Enterprises

The State of Missouri has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFBC30034901700783) for furniture hardware through Missouri Vocational Enterprises, targeting specific correctional center facilities in Charleston and Moberly. The procurement seeks various drawer slides from manufacturers like Accuride, with precise quantity requirements including 2,000 pairs of C3620-298 slides, 4,000 pairs of 4034-26X slides, 350 KV8908B slides, 2,000 pairs of 3820-16 slides, and 450 pairs of 3832-E22 slides. The contract period will run from April 1, 2017 through October 31, 2017, with bids due by March 20, 2017 at 3:00 PM CDT. Vendors must submit bids either electronically through the MissouriBUYS system or via hard copy to the Division of Purchasing. Additional requirements include providing a firm, fixed percentage discount for miscellaneous hardware supplies that will remain constant throughout the contract duration. Delivery terms are FOB Destination to the Southeast Correctional Center Furniture Factory and the Moberly Correctional Center Metal Plant, with payment terms set at Net 45 days.

The solicitation does not indicate any specific set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation, making the bid open to all qualified suppliers. No incumbent vendor information is provided, and there are no specified preferences for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract includes provisions for potential renewal for up to two additional one-year periods, providing opportunities for continued business. While a specific total contract value is not explicitly stated, the procurement involves significant hardware quantities across multiple drawer slide models. Vendors must complete and submit Exhibits A through D as part of their bid response, demonstrating compliance with all solicitation requirements. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with the objective of supporting Missouri Vocational Enterprises' furniture and metal manufacturing operations. Funding for the contract will be processed through Missouri Vocational Enterprises in Jefferson City.