Mesh Laundry Bags - Department of Corrections (Various Locations)

The State of Missouri's Department of Corrections has issued a Request for Proposal - Commodity (RFPC30034901700498) to procure mesh laundry bags for various correctional facilities throughout the state. The solicitation seeks multiple product types, including 300 dozen white mesh laundry bags, 100 dozen colored mesh laundry bags (with a minimum of 5 colors), 1,500 dozen white mesh laundry bags with straight bottoms, and additional accessories such as 4 dozen drawstrings, 4 dozen cord locks, and 24 dozen 3-hole dual grip rubber wrap closures. Detailed specifications require the bags to be made of heavy-duty mesh fabric, measuring 24" wide by 36" long (with a +/- 1" tolerance), constructed from synthetic polyester with 1000 denier nylon thread and double stitching. The bags must feature either drawstring closures with cord locks or 3-hole dual grip rubber wrap closures, and all must include sewn-in cloth name tags. The solicitation period ran from December 2, 2016, to December 21, 2016, at 2:00 PM CST, with a contract period from February 1, 2017, through January 31, 2018, and options for two additional one-year renewal periods.

The RFP does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation, indicating that all vendors capable of meeting the technical specifications are eligible to respond. No incumbent vendors are identified in the documentation, and there are no mentions of integration requirements with existing infrastructure or technology. Payment terms are set at Net 45 days, with delivery required as Free On Board Destination to various Department of Corrections locations throughout Missouri. Vendors must submit their proposals either electronically through the MissouriBUYS system or via hard copy, and are required to provide pricing for the initial contract period as well as maximum unit prices for the first and second potential renewal periods. While the total estimated contract value is not disclosed, the comprehensive specification details and the substantial quantity of bags requested suggest a significant procurement opportunity for potential suppliers of correctional laundry equipment.