Non-IT IFB or RFQ Agency Goods Sourcing Event Template

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is seeking competitive bids through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for multiple elastic materials to be used in clothing manufacturing processes at the Scotland Sewing Plant. The procurement targets six different elastic product types in white, natural, heather gray, and black colors, with varying widths and specifications and estimated annual quantities between 40,000 to 125,000 yards. Bid Number 52-IFB-1698310719-MLE was issued on 8/27/2025, with written questions due by 9/9/2025 and bid responses required by 9/24/2025 at 2:00 PM ET. Vendors must submit 2-yard samples of each elastic type and provide detailed product specifications. The contract term is planned for three years, beginning on the date of final contract execution, with vendors required to maintain a minimum 3-month inventory. Evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest responsive bid that meets all specified requirements, with no guaranteed minimum or maximum order quantities.

The solicitation encourages participation from domestic manufacturers and includes set-aside provisions for historically underutilized businesses (HUB), specifically targeting minority, women-owned, and disabled business enterprises. Vendors must be registered in North Carolina's Electronic Vendor Portal (eVP) and comply with state requirements, including E-Verify and fair employment practices. Successful bidders will be required to provide safety data sheets with initial shipments. While no specific award value or budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement suggests a substantial ongoing supply contract for elastic materials used in correctional facility clothing production. The procurement spans Stanly County and Lasker Town jurisdictions, with the primary focus on supporting the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction's manufacturing operations. Vendors interested in this opportunity must carefully review all specifications and ensure full compliance with the state's procurement guidelines and requirements.