Orange/Blue Reversible Plastic Trash Bags

North Carolina Department of Transportation is requesting bids on orange/blue reversible plastic trash bags for distribution to Adopt A Highway program participants, with bids due September 10, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET via the eVP portal and public bid opening the same date.

The scope is 7,500 cases of dual-colored bags over the three-year contract term, with specifications including 1.65 to 2 mil thickness, minimum 30" × 34" inside dimensions with approximately 28-gallon capacity, drawstring closure, and custom printing with NCDOT branding and recycling instructions. Vendors must be authorized by the manufacturer to distribute the products and provide manufacturer authorization documentation within five business days of request. Prior to contract execution, the awarded vendor must register with the North Carolina Secretary of State and provide proof of registration. All vendors must certify financial stability, comply with E-Verify requirements for employees, and maintain manufacturer's standard warranty coverage.

The contract term is three years from the effective date of final execution, with the State reserving the right to extend with vendor concurrence. Pricing must remain firm for 180 days from the contract effective date. All costs include Free-On-Board Destination delivery to NCDOT Central Inventory Warehouse in Raleigh, North Carolina. Delivery must occur within 30 consecutive calendar days after purchase order receipt, with no Friday deliveries or deliveries after 3:00 PM on weekdays accepted.

North Carolina residents may request Executive Order #50 price-matching consideration. Written questions are due September 3, 2026, with State responses provided by September 4, 2026. Award will be made to the responsive bid offering the lowest price meeting all specifications and requirements. The State reserves the right to make separate awards to different vendors, reject any or all bids, or cancel the IFB entirely.