Surfactant Concentrate

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (NCDAC) has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for Surfactant Concentrate, specifically seeking the brand-specific Spectradet RT-61 surfactant for hard surface cleaners in Warren County. The procurement aims to establish an Agency Specific Term Contract for furnishing and delivering the product on an "As Needed" basis over a one-year term, with potential renewals for two additional one-year periods. The estimated annual procurement quantity is 73,800 pounds of surfactant concentrate, with required delivery within twenty-one days of receiving a purchase order to the NCDAC Janitorial Products Plant in Norlina, NC. Vendor qualifications include being an authorized reseller of the specified brand, providing required safety data sheets, and complying with the agency's Alcohol/Drug Free Workplace Policy and PREA standards. Bids are due by December 5, 2024, at 2:00 PM ET, with a public bid opening scheduled via Microsoft Teams, and the contract will be awarded to the responsive bidder offering the lowest price that meets all specified requirements.

The IFB includes HUB (Historically Underutilized Business) participation goals, indicating a preference for diverse vendor participation. Vendors must provide financial stability certification and adhere to standard state contracting terms and conditions. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the annual procurement volume of 73,800 pounds suggests a significant contract value. The potential for two additional one-year renewal terms provides opportunities for sustained vendor engagement. The procurement appears to be open to qualified vendors who can meet the technical specifications, compliance requirements, and pricing criteria, with no apparent restrictive limitations beyond the specific brand and performance requirements. The document suggests a competitive bidding process with clear expectations for product quality, delivery performance, and vendor qualifications.