Glycol Ether EB (Butyl Cellosolve) – Bulk Tanker Supply

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is requesting bids for bulk tanker supply of Glycol Ether EB (Butyl Cellosolve) on an as-needed basis under IFB 52-IFB-2436119563-YJK, with bids due November 2, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET.

The chemical solvent will supply the Correction Enterprises Janitorial Products Plant, which manufactures janitorial supplies for prisons, schools, and nonprofits statewide. The estimated annual quantity is 135,000 pounds (approximately one tanker load per order), though no minimum or maximum purchase is guaranteed. The product must meet specified chemical and physical properties: molecular formula C6H14O2, CAS number 111-76-2, colorless liquid, relative density 0.90–0.9040, boiling point 171.0–173.5°C.

Vendors must submit pricing on a per-pound basis with all transportation costs included, delivering FOB Destination to the Janitorial Products Plant in Norlina, North Carolina within fifteen calendar days of purchase order receipt. Award will be made to the responsive bidder offering the lowest price meeting all specifications and verification requirements, including past performance references, financial stability certification, and manufacturer authorization documentation. Vendors must be registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State prior to award and must comply with E-Verify employment authorization, fair employment practices, and PREA standards. Additional requirements include submission of Safety Data Sheets with each invoice, manufacturer's standard warranty, and a thirty-day return policy with full credit or refund. Pricing shall remain firm for 360 days from contract effective date.

The initial contract term is three years from final execution or November 20, 2027, whichever is later. Written questions are due October 20, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET, with responses posted October 22, 2026. No set-asides, minority preferences, or incumbent protections apply.