Polyester Fiber Mattress Cores - MVE

The State of Missouri, specifically St. Charles County, is seeking bids for polyester fiber mattress cores through an Invitation for Bid (IFBC30034902302662) for the Missouri Vocational Enterprises (MVE) Clothing Factory at the Farmington Correctional Center. The solicitation requests three specific sizes of mattress cores: 26" x 80" x 4.5", 36" x 80" x 4.5", and 36" x 80" x 6.5", with stringent technical requirements. The mattress cores must be 100% polyester fiber, airlay and thermally bonded, with a weight between 12.25-13.93 oz and compression within 80-90 pounds. Additional technical specifications mandate that the cores be odor-free, non-toxic, hypo-allergenic, moisture resistant, and fire resistant, specifically complying with California TB117-2013 standards. The bid period runs from May 23, 2023, at 4:30 PM GMT to June 9, 2023, at 7:00 PM GMT, with a desired delivery date of May 7, 2023. The contract term is one year from the date of award, with options for two additional one-year renewal periods. Vendors must submit firm fixed pricing for the initial term and both potential renewal periods, with payment terms set at Net 45 days.

The solicitation does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation, indicating the bid is open to all qualified vendors. No incumbent vendor information is provided, and there are no mentioned preferences for disadvantaged enterprises or small businesses. The documents do not disclose the estimated total contract value or specific budget range for the procurement. Vendors are required to submit their bids electronically through the MissouriBUYS system and must complete and submit various exhibits, including Exhibit A through G and detailed pricing pages. While no precise quantity requirements are specified, the mattress cores are intended for use in the confinement care industry, specifically for the MVE Clothing Factory. Potential bidders must carefully review all solicitation documents and ensure compliance with the extensive technical specifications and submission requirements.