Number 10 Window Security Envelope

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction's Correction Enterprise Print Plant has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) number 52-IFB-1522580499-CRR for Number 10 Window Security Envelopes, specifically targeting a one-time purchase of 1,600 cases with a minimum of 2,500 envelopes per case. The procurement is specifically for the Nash Print Plant located in Nashville, NC, and seeks domestically produced envelopes that meet precise technical specifications, including white wove 24 lb. paper with a blue inside tint and a single window patch. Vendors must demonstrate envelope compatibility with Pitney Bowes FPS SD 9 inserters and commit to delivering the order Free-On-Board (FOB) Destination within 30 consecutive calendar days of receiving the purchase order. The bid was issued on April 14, 2025, with proposals due on May 5, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET, and the evaluation will focus on the lowest responsive bid that satisfies all technical and performance requirements. Bidders must submit several mandatory attachments, including HUB participation forms, customer references, and financial condition certifications.

The solicitation includes provisions encouraging participation from Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB), suggesting potential set-aside or preference considerations for qualifying vendors. Compliance with Executive Order 50 for price matching and various state and federal regulations will be required, indicating a robust regulatory framework for potential contractors. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the scale of the procurement (1,600 cases) suggests a substantial contract value for the selected vendor. The bid documents mandate vendor compliance with workplace conduct standards and contract performance expectations, which may limit participation to vendors with demonstrated reliability and professional capabilities. No incumbent vendors are specifically mentioned, and no existing technological infrastructure integration requirements are noted beyond the specified inserter compatibility. Interested vendors must carefully review all attachments and ensure full compliance with the technical specifications, submission requirements, and regulatory standards to be considered for award.