VAM Vehicle Wrap Materials - UPDATED

The State of Tennessee is soliciting competitive bids for vehicle wrap materials through its Vehicle Asset Management (VAM) program. The procurement requires suppliers to provide high-quality vinyl film materials with repositionable adhesive suitable for wrapping state vehicles, specifically designed to match Tennessee Highway Patrol patrol car colors. Materials must be supplied in 30-inch by 50-foot rolls with a gloss finish, meeting strict technical specifications including thickness between 3.2 and 4.7 millimeters, minimum adhesion standards of 2.5 pounds per inch after 24 hours, and tensile strength of at least 4 pounds per inch. Acceptable products include 3M 1080 film, Avery Dennison SW900 film, or equivalent materials with a performance life of seven years or greater. The materials must demonstrate resistance to mild acids, alkalis, and salt solutions. Delivery must occur within 60 days of purchase order issuance to either 225 Ezell Pike or other state-designated addresses on an F.O.B. Destination basis, with the contractor bearing all risk of loss or damage during transit and responsible for providing shipping confirmation within ten business days and delivery confirmation within two business days of arrival. The contract term is three years with two optional one-year renewal periods. The solicitation was posted on May 14, 2026, with proposals due by June 5, 2026.

The procurement documents indicate that the State of Tennessee may apply set-aside provisions for small businesses or other designated vendor categories in accordance with Tennessee procurement regulations, though specific designations are not explicitly detailed in the available materials. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the solicitation. Vendors must comply with all state and federal regulations, provide evidence of capability to meet quality standards and delivery timelines, maintain appropriate insurance coverage, and agree to the comprehensive terms and conditions governing contract administration, including indemnification provisions, audit rights, and performance standards enforcement. The State retains the right to cancel orders without penalty if the contractor fails to meet the requested delivery date and materials have not shipped from the warehouse. While specific budget ranges or award values are not provided in the available documents, funding derives from the state's operational budget allocated to the Vehicle Asset Management program. Interested vendors should review all attached documentation, including the detailed Terms and Conditions, VAM Vehicle Wrap Materials specifications, and vehicle wrap material technical requirements prior to proposal submission.