Spruce Lumber

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is soliciting competitive bids for an Agency Specific Term Contract to procure Spruce Lumber for their Enterprise Sign Plant located in Bunn, NC. The invitation for bid (IFB) seeks 2" X 6" X 18' Spruce Lumber, with a total estimated quantity of 11,340 pieces, specifically requiring #2 Kiln-Dried lumber that is smooth on all four sides, untreated, and packaged in skids of 189 pieces with a minimum order quantity of 8 skids (1,512 pieces). Bid responses are due on June 2, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET, with a bid opening scheduled for the same date via a Microsoft Teams meeting. The contract will have an initial term of one year from the date of final execution, with the State retaining the option to renew for up to two additional one-year terms. Evaluation criteria appear to focus on vendor financial stability, references, worker location, and competitive unit pricing, with an estimated total contract value of $29,937.60 based on previous contract awards.

The solicitation encourages participation from Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs), suggesting potential set-aside or preference considerations for qualifying vendors. Delivery will be Free-On-Board (FOB) Destination to the Enterprise Sign Plant, with a 30-day delivery window after purchase order receipt. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the bid includes provisions that suggest vendors must demonstrate financial stability and provide references as part of their submission. The procurement is specific to Forsyth County within North Carolina and targets a precise lumber specification that vendors must meet precisely. The unit pricing submitted by vendors will determine the final contract value, with the current estimate of $29,937.60 serving as a baseline for potential bidders to understand the scope and economic scale of the opportunity.