Optical Lenses

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is seeking optical lenses through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the Nash Optical Plant, which serves offenders, Medicaid patients, and state employees across North Carolina. The procurement is an Agency Specific Term Contract for furnishing and delivering various optical lenses, including single vision, bifocal, and trifocal lenses, on an "as needed" basis. Vendors must bid unit prices for 11 different lens types with estimated annual quantities ranging from 1,000 to 200,000 units. The contract will have an initial one-year term with options to renew for up to two additional one-year terms. Bids are due March 26, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET, with a virtual bid opening via Microsoft Teams, and product samples are required by March 25, 2025. Delivery is mandated within 21 days after receipt of purchase order to the Nash Optical Plant in Nashville, NC. Vendors must be registered in North Carolina's Electronic Vendor Portal (eVP) and maintain good standing.

The IFB encourages participation from Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs), with a goal of 10% utilization of diverse firms as first or second tier subcontractors. The previous contract (DPC-326666981-NE) was awarded to FEA Industries with a value of $1,488,480.00, suggesting a similar budget range for this procurement. Potential bidders should note the emphasis on diverse business participation and the requirement to be registered in the state's vendor portal. While specific evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed in the summary, the procurement appears to focus on competitive pricing, timely delivery, and vendor capability to meet the specified lens requirements. The contract's scope covers optical lens production for multiple state institutions, indicating a significant and ongoing need for these medical supplies across North Carolina's public service infrastructure.