Sandbags Annual

The South Dakota Office of Procurement Management is conducting an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered 25IFB16837 for the procurement of sandbags, with proposals due by September 16, 2025. The solicitation seeks polypropylene sandbags with specific technical requirements, including dimensions of 14 inches wide by 26 inches long, constructed from ultraviolet-resistant polypropylene fabric weighing a minimum of 2.20 ounces per square yard. Contractors must provide sandbags that meet precise manufacturing specifications, including a 10 x 10 warp and fill per inch fabric construction, and demonstrate compliance through potential sample inspections. The contract offers two delivery options: standard shipping within 7 calendar days and expedited 24-hour shipping, with delivery F.O.B. Destination to any location within South Dakota. Vendors must package sandbags in compressed bundles of 1,000 unfilled bags per pallet, with specific labeling requirements, and ensure the bags can withstand a drop resistance test involving three consecutive 36-inch free falls without fabric rupture.

The procurement appears open to all qualified vendors, with the South Dakota Vendor's Manual indicating a preference for resident businesses when bid conditions are substantially equal. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned, the state maintains non-discrimination policies and encourages minority business enterprise participation. The manual outlines that vendors must register through the state's electronic procurement system and comply with corporate registration requirements. Potential vendors will need to provide performance security, maintain appropriate insurance, and adhere to tax regulations. Though a specific contract value is not disclosed, the sandbag specifications suggest this is an annual contract intended to support state agencies and local governments in emergency preparedness and flood mitigation efforts. Vendors must be prepared to provide comprehensive documentation, potentially include product samples, and demonstrate the ability to meet stringent technical and logistical requirements for sandbag production and delivery.