Stretch film, shrink wrap & tapes

Maryland Correctional Enterprises (MCE) is seeking vendors to supply stretch films, shrink wraps, and tapes for delivery to 25 different correctional facilities located in Cumberland, Hagerstown, Sykesville, Jessup, and Westover, Maryland. The Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered BPM051315 requests bids for 15 different product types, including various sizes of stretch film, shrink film, masking tape, box sealing tape, painters tape, duct tape, kraft paper, and foam wrap. Specific brand requirements are noted for some items, such as AEP Brand for certain stretch films and Vanguard brand for shrink film. The bid is due on June 17, 2025, at 8 AM, with a public bid opening at 9 AM the same day. Evaluation criteria will include total bid price, delivery time, and sample submission, with up to two awards anticipated. The contract will have a one-year base period with optional two single-year renewals, to be exercised one year at a time by mutual consent. Bidders are required to submit samples of box sealing tape and 2" wide painters masking tape prior to the bid closing date, and all deliveries must be made between 8 AM and 1 PM, Monday through Friday, with advance notification required.

There are no minimum or maximum quantity guarantees, and no Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) or Veteran-Owned Small Business Enterprise (VSBE) subcontracting goals are specified for this procurement. No federal funding is involved, and pricing must remain firm for at least 90 days. The solicitation does not impose specific restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, making it open to various vendors capable of meeting the detailed product specifications. Orders will be placed on an as-needed basis by verbal request from the Plant Supervisor, with deliveries to be made to multiple correctional facilities across Maryland. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the pricing form allows vendors to submit unit pricing for each line item. The contract emphasizes compliance with Maryland state laws, including nondiscrimination policies, workplace conduct standards, and specific security requirements for vendors working with correctional facilities. Potential bidders should carefully review the detailed specifications, sample contract terms, and pricing instructions to ensure full compliance with the solicitation requirements.