Pillow Batting - MVE

The State of Missouri through Missouri Vocational Enterprises (MVE) at the Farmington Correctional Facility is seeking an Invitation for Bid (IFBC) for pillow batting materials. The procurement requires two specific types of pillow batting: 15,000 batts of polyester pillow batting and 30,000 pounds of cotton pillow batting. The polyester batting must be 100% polyester fiber, bonded, approximately 6 denier, with individually cut batts measuring 48"W x 22"H x 2-2.5"D, weighing 18-22 ounces per batt. The cotton batting must measure 36" x 78", weigh approximately 6 pounds, be clean, new, first quality, natural color, treated with boric acid, and flame retardant. The solicitation is open from March 31, 2023, to April 24, 2023, with bids due by 2:00 PM CDT on April 24, 2023, and a desired delivery date of March 16, 2023. The contract term is one year from the date of award, with the option for two additional one-year renewal periods. Vendors must submit their bids electronically through the MissouriBUYS system, complete all required exhibits, and specify their brand/model along with potential pricing adjustments for renewal periods.

The solicitation does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the documentation. The procurement appears to be open to all vendors without preference for disadvantaged enterprises or small businesses. While the total estimated contract value is not explicitly stated, vendors are required to provide pricing for the initial contract period and potential renewal periods. The payment terms are Net 45 Days, with delivery specified as Free On Board (FOB) Destination to the MVE Clothing Factory at the Farmington Correctional Facility. Vendors must provide detailed pricing information, including any potential maximum increase or minimum decrease percentages for the first and second renewal periods. The solicitation includes multiple addenda and requires vendors to complete and submit various exhibits, including pricing pages, to ensure a comprehensive evaluation of their bid.