Step-In Canvas Shoes and PVC Sandals - DOC

The State of Missouri Department of Corrections is seeking an Invitation for Bid (IFBC30034901900694) for step-in canvas shoes and PVC sandals to be used within correctional facilities. The procurement requires four specific footwear items: 4,000 pairs of medium-weight canvas shoes, 4,000 pairs of heavy-weight canvas shoes, 10,000 pairs of slip-on indoor/outdoor PVC sandals, and 5,000 pairs of heavy-duty canvas Velcro tennis shoes. Each item must meet detailed technical specifications, including sewn-in full cushion insoles, standard widths, and color requirements (orange and navy for canvas shoes, orange only for PVC sandals). The solicitation requires vendors to provide comprehensive product information including brand names, item numbers, available sizes, and colors for both men's and women's styles. Key submission details include an October 12, 2018 solicitation release date with a bid response deadline of November 7, 2018 at 2:00 PM CST. The initial contract term is set for March 18, 2019 through March 17, 2020, with potential for two additional one-year renewal periods.

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 the documents do not mention any specific infrastructure or technology integration requirements. Vendors must submit completed bid exhibits, including detailed pricing pages, with payment terms established at Net 45 days and delivery specified as Free On Board Destination to various Department of Corrections locations throughout Missouri. While no specific contract value or budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement involves purchasing between 4,000 and 10,000 pairs of specialized correctional footwear. The state reserves the right to award the contract to multiple vendors or a single vendor based on the received responses. Vendors are required to provide maximum pricing for the initial contract period and two potential renewal periods, offering flexibility in long-term pricing strategies.