Male Offender Safety Composite Toe Shoe

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is seeking competitive bids for a Male Offender Safety Composite Toe Shoe contract through an Invitation for Bids (IFB) numbered 52-IFB-1487198556-SJD. The procurement targets safety shoes for male offenders, with an estimated requirement of 98,448 pairs over a three-year contract period. Specifications mandate black split leather shoes with composite toe protection meeting OSHA and ASTM standards, available in sizes 6-15 with multiple width options. Bidders must provide shoes that meet stringent technical requirements for durability, performance, and safety standards, including compliance with Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) guidelines. The solicitation was posted on March 19, 2025, with bids due on April 15, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET through a Microsoft Teams virtual meeting. Vendors are required to submit comprehensive references, financial certifications, and demonstrate capability to fulfill the entire contract for all line items.

The state actively promotes participation by Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs), specifically encouraging minority, women-owned, and disabled business enterprises to respond to this procurement. The previous contract was awarded to Goaltex Corp at $18.87 per pair, with an estimated annual contract value of $924,630. The procurement covers Wake County and Teachey Town jurisdictions, with an initial contract term of three years beginning on the date of final contract execution. The state intends to award the contract to a single vendor capable of meeting all specified requirements. Potential bidders must provide evidence of financial stability, operational capacity, and compliance with state and federal regulatory standards. The comprehensive shoe specification requires vendors to demonstrate technical expertise in manufacturing safety footwear specifically designed for correctional environments, with a focus on durability, comfort, and meeting stringent safety standards.