Khaki Twill Fabric-Tabor City Sewing Plant

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is seeking competitive bids through an Invitation for Bid (IFB #52-IFB-1416725981-MLE) for khaki twill fabric to be used in the Tabor City Sewing Plant. The procurement targets a specific fabric with precise technical requirements, including a 7.2 ounces minimum per square yard weight, 65% polyester/35% cotton composition, and a 64" cuttable width. The estimated annual procurement quantity is 7,000 yards, with delivery required within 30 days of purchase order for both domestic and import orders. Bidders must submit three customer references and obtain manufacturer authorization to distribute or resell the products. Key submission deadlines include a question submission cutoff of January 13, 2025, and final bid submissions due on February 3, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET. The contract term will span three years from the date of execution, with pricing to be FOB Destination to the Tabor City Sewing Plant facility and all transportation costs included in the total bid price.

The solicitation includes specific requirements for Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) participation, with a 10% utilization goal for the contract. No minimum or maximum order quantities are guaranteed, and vendors may request price adjustments after 180 days from the contract effective date, provided they submit written justification and supporting documentation. The procurement covers Clay County and Teachey Town jurisdictions within North Carolina, focusing on raw materials for correction enterprise products. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the annual estimated quantity of 7,000 yards suggests a moderate-value contract. Potential bidders should note that the procurement is specifically designed for vendors capable of meeting the detailed fabric specifications and willing to comply with the HUB participation requirements and administrative protocols of the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction.