Officer and Healthcare Patches-Columbus Sewing Plant

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is requesting bids on Officer and Healthcare Patches for the Columbus Sewing Plant under IFB 52-IFB-2411008474-MLE-DAC, with samples and bids due December 2, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET, and written questions due October 10, 2026 at 10:00 AM.

This is an Agency Specific Term Contract on an as-needed basis with no guaranteed minimum or maximum quantities. The scope comprises four patch types: NCDAC Officer Patches (3,000 packs of 25), NCDAC Officer Badges (1,500 packs of 25), NCDAC STF Healthcare Patches (270 packs of 25), and NCDAC Healthcare Shoulder Patches (1,500 packs of 25). All patches must be fully embroidered with trilobal polyester fiber, laser-cut borders, and polyethylene plastic backing in specified FUFU color numbers. Delivery is required within 30 consecutive calendar days after receipt of purchase order to the Columbus Sewing Plant in Whiteville, North Carolina, with deliveries limited to Monday through Thursday, 6:30 AM to 3:30 PM ET.

The previous contract held by All City Label & Tag Co., Inc. carried unit costs of $18.36 (Line 1), $12.75 (Line 2), $18.36 (Line 3), and $16.83 (Line 4), with a total award amount of $104,407.20. The initial contract term is three years from final execution. Bid pricing must include all transportation costs on a Free-On-Board Destination basis and remain firm for 180 days from the contract effective date.

Vendors must be North Carolina registered and in good standing, possess manufacturer authorization, provide a minimum of three customer references, certify financial stability, register with the NC Secretary of State prior to contract award, and complete all required attachments including pricing forms, sustainability efforts documentation, and alcohol/drug-free workplace policy certification. Invoices will not be paid until inspection and acceptance of goods occur.