Jersey Tubing and Rib Knit for Missouri Vocational Enterprises

The State of Missouri, through Missouri Vocational Enterprises, is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFBC) for the procurement of jersey tubing and rib knit fabrics. The solicitation seeks bids for eight specific line items, including 85,000 pounds of bleached white jersey tubing, 20,000 pounds of ash gray jersey tubing, 12,000 pounds of assorted colors jersey tubing, 4,000 pounds of bleached white rib knit, 500 pounds of ash gray rib knit, 7,000 pounds of bleached white open rib knit (60"-62"), 500 pounds of ash gray open rib knit (60"-62"), and 1,000 pounds of assorted colors rib knit. All fabrics must be 100% cotton, 20/1 count open-ended yarn, meeting specific technical requirements including width tolerances, weight specifications, shrinkage requirements, and anti-curl finish. The bid period runs from February 17, 2021, to March 10, 2021, at 2:00 PM CST, with delivery terms specified as Free On Board Destination to various Missouri Vocational Enterprises clothing factories. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with payment terms of Net 45 Days. Vendors must complete Exhibit A and provide brand, style, and color information for each bid item, along with maximum unit prices for two potential one-year renewal periods.

The solicitation is open to all vendors without any specific set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the documentation. The IFBC does not provide details about existing infrastructure or technology that may require integration. Packaging requirements specify flat-fold wrapped packages weighing between 30-75 pounds with detailed shade tickets attached, with the exception of open rib knit items which may be rolled. Each package must include dye lot number, package number, package weight, yards, color, style of fabric, and purchase order number. While the total estimated contract value is not disclosed, the solicitation indicates the potential for two additional one-year renewal periods with maximum unit price increases. The contract will be managed by the State of Missouri, with the point of contact being Jennie Rees for any potential inquiries.