IDOC men red jersey knit JRA

The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC), specifically Menard Correctional Center located in St. Clair County, is soliciting a procurement for red jersey knit fabric to be used in manufacturing T-shirts for Fiscal Year 2026. The contract (26-426DOC-MENAR-B-49404) seeks seven different widths of 6.5 oz. per square yard tubular knit jersey fabric with precise specifications, including a 50/50 poly/long staple cotton blend, first quality yarn, and a specific red color matching Pantone #18-1861. Total quantities range from 750 to 3,250 pounds across fabric widths spanning 19" to 31". The procurement is a one-time purchase with bids due by 10:30 am CST on 09/30/2025, and the contract term will begin upon mutual signatures and conclude on 6/30/2026. Vendors must submit electronic bids through BidBuy or email, and a sample is required prior to bid award. Transportation costs must be included in pricing, with delivery accepted Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., excluding state holidays, and pricing must be F.O.B. destination.

The procurement appears to be open to all qualified vendors without specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract will be funded through state appropriations for Fiscal Year 2026 and will be awarded through a small purchase procurement method, with the state reserving the right to award the bid in whole or part. Vendors must comply with standard state procurement terms, including maintaining general commercial liability coverage of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 annual aggregate, along with auto liability and worker's compensation insurance. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the total fabric quantity suggests a moderate-value contract. A fully executed Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) will be required before product delivery, and vendors must adhere to the comprehensive standard terms and conditions outlined in the state's procurement documentation, which includes provisions for invoicing, subcontractor management, record retention, and compliance with state and federal regulations.