Muslin Sheeting Fabric

The State of Missouri Office of Administration, Division of Purchasing, on behalf of the Missouri Department of Corrections and Missouri Vocational Enterprises, is soliciting proposals for T-130 and T-180 muslin sheeting fabric, due November 10, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Central Time through MissouriBUYS. Award eligibility requires "Approved" status in MissouriBUYS (WebProcure/Proactis) and "Spend Authorized" status in MissouriBUYS powered by MOVERS. A ten percent preference applies to products manufactured or produced in the United States under the Domestic Products Procurement Act.

The fabric supports manufacturing operations at Missouri Eastern Correctional Center in Pacific, Missouri, and Chillicothe Correctional Center in Chillicothe, Missouri. T-130 is 54 inches wide and T-180 is 66 inches wide. Pre-award samples are mandatory, consisting of one-yard samples submitted with the proposal or within five business days of request. Rolls run 250 linear yards (minimum 50, maximum 300), wrapped in plastic with marked yardage and contract order numbers. Deliveries are FOB Destination, freight prepaid and allowed, coordinated with the state agency. All personnel, including third-party staff, must pass nationwide fingerprint-based background checks through the Missouri State Highway Patrol. Business compliance includes Missouri tax compliance certification, Missouri Secretary of State registration, Anti-Discrimination Against Israel Act certification, and employee conflict-of-interest compliance.

Bonus evaluation points (3-15 points) are available to vendors certified as Missouri Service-Disabled Veteran Enterprises, Honorably Discharged Veteran Enterprises, or participating organizations for the blind or sheltered workshops. Estimated quantities are based on historical spending of approximately $36,605 to $132,539 annually, with a minimum order of 20,000 linear yards per contract order. The initial term runs one year from award, with the Division of Purchasing retaining options for two additional one-year renewals at the same or reduced pricing; evaluation uses total cost including renewal periods. Pricing must be firm and fixed as stated on Exhibit B. A previous contract, STATE 0000000247SL (contract MC260247001), is referenced and available for review.