Mid-Top Leather Basketball Shoes

The Missouri Department of Corrections has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB931CN17226) seeking competitive bids for the procurement of mid-top leather basketball shoes for various correctional institutions. The solicitation requests approximately 1,100 pairs of shoes with specific technical requirements, including non-scuffing carbon rubber outsoles, EVA foam midsoles, breathable leather uppers with ventilation holes, and padded collars and tongues. The shoes must be predominantly white with minimal natural, gray, or black accents, and available in men's sizes 7-15. The bid period runs from December 12, 2017, to January 9, 2018, with bids due by 2:00 PM CST on January 9, 2018. Vendors can submit bids electronically through the MissouriBUYS system or as sealed hard-copy submissions to the Department of Corrections Purchasing Section in Jefferson City. The contract includes an initial term with two optional one-year renewal periods, during which vendors must specify maximum allowable percentage increases for each renewal period. Evaluation will focus on the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with pricing to be submitted on the provided Exhibit A Pricing Page.

The IFB does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation, indicating the solicitation is open to all qualified vendors. No incumbent vendor information is provided, and there are no mentioned requirements for disadvantaged business enterprises or specific vendor qualifications beyond the ability to meet the detailed shoe specifications. Payment terms are net 30 days, with delivery required as FOB Destination. The solicitation does not explicitly state a total contract value or budget range, though the estimated quantity is 1,100 pairs of shoes. Vendors must ensure that any brand names or logos on the shoes do not depict violence, weapons, nudity, or illegal substances. The contract will be awarded based on the lowest responsive and responsible bid, with pricing evaluated for both the initial contract period and the two potential renewal periods to determine the maximum financial liability for the Missouri Department of Corrections.