Pan Handler

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered 52-IFB-1493110476-SJD for Pan Handlers, specifically seeking competitive sealed bids to establish an Agency Specific Term Contract for IntEdge Pan Handlers (8" x 12" Bakers Pad or equivalent) for the Central Supply Warehouse. The procurement is specific to Wake County and targets an estimated three-year quantity of 5,520 packs of pan handlers. The contract will have an initial term of three years from the date of final contract execution, with the intent to award to a single vendor. Bids are due on April 9, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET, and vendors must submit comprehensive documentation including three customer references, a location of workers form, and certification for contracts, grants, and cooperative agreements. The Department of Adult Correction expects delivery within fourteen consecutive calendar days after receiving a purchase order, and promptness of delivery may be a factor in the award criteria. Vendors must be registered North Carolina vendors in good standing and complete all required attachments.

The solicitation includes specific provisions to encourage participation by small, minority, and women-owned businesses, as evidenced by the required HUB Supplemental Vendor Information form. The previous contract was awarded to F & F Wholesalers at $28.24 per pack, with a total extended price of $50,829.66, which provides a benchmark for potential bidders. While specific set-aside percentages are not explicitly detailed, the procurement appears designed to promote diverse vendor participation. The contract appears to be open to registered vendors who can meet the technical specifications and delivery requirements, with an emphasis on local and diverse business participation. The estimated total contract value over three years is approximately $156,000, based on the previous contract pricing, though actual award amounts may vary depending on competitive bidding and specific vendor proposals.