Men's Low Quarter Slip-On Canvas Shoes

The state of Arkansas, through the Department of Transformation and Shared Services Office of State Procurement (TSS OSP), is seeking bids for a contract to provide Men's Low Quarter Slip-On Canvas Shoes. The solicitation, identified as IFB S000000116, outlines detailed specifications for the shoes, including heavy-weight double-layer canvas uppers, padded cuffs, full-cushion insoles with arch support, heavy-duty non-skid rubber soles, and a navy blue color in sizes ranging from 6 to 15. The estimated quantity for the contract may vary, and the Agency has the right to increase or decrease the order as needed. Bids are due by May 11, 2022, at 1:30 PM Central Time, and the anticipated contract start date is August 1, 2022. Pricing must be valid for one year starting August 1, 2022, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest-bidding, responsible Prospective Contractor on an All or None total basis.

The solicitation does not include any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The current vendor for the contract is GoalTex Corp., who provides the shoes at $4.77 per pair for all sizes under the GoalTex Style #HDSO-N brand. The state has indicated that the last purchase price was $4.77 per pair, and the estimated total orders may range from 7,572 to 48,580 pairs across different sizes based on historical data from 2015-2022. Interested bidders are advised to refer to the Amended Bid Response Packet dated May 4, 2022, for the correct requirements.