Neckties for MSP

The State of Michigan, Department of State Police, is issuing a Request for Proposal for the one-time purchase of neckties for Michigan State Police enforcement members. The procurement seeks 8,208 clip-on neckties in cadet blue available in six lengths (14.5", 16", 18", 20", 22", and 24") and 12 four-in-hand neckties in 57" length, all manufactured with specific fabric requirements of 55% polyester and 45% wool in an 8.5-ounce plain weave. Bidders must be either the manufacturer or a manufacturer-authorized distributor of Samuel Broome Company neckties, with no alternate brands accepted. Delivery is required within 70 calendar days from the order date to the MSP Distribution Center in Dimondale, Michigan, with all contract activities to be completed within 45 business days of order receipt. The RFP was issued on May 30, 2024, with a bidders' question deadline of June 4, 2024, and a proposal submission deadline of 9:00 a.m. Eastern on June 13, 2024, with an anticipated contract begin date of June 18, 2024. Proposals will be evaluated on a pass/fail basis for compliance with mandatory requirements, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest-priced responsive and responsible bidder. Bidders must submit detailed cost proposals in modifiable format for each necktie type and length, and pricing must be firm for the entire contract term.

No specific set-asides or restrictions limiting participation to disadvantaged or minority-owned enterprises are indicated in the procurement documents. While no incumbent vendors are identified, bidders must demonstrate authorization from Samuel Broome Company to supply their products, effectively restricting the vendor pool to approved distributors or the manufacturer itself. The State reserves the right to conduct on-site visits, oral presentations, interviews, and reference checks as part of the evaluation process. Payment will be made via Electronic Funds Transfer within 45 days of invoice receipt. The contract is subject to State Administrative Board approval if the award equals or exceeds $250,000, suggesting the anticipated award value may reach or exceed this threshold based on the large quantity of neckties being procured.