Vinyl/Upholstery/Panel Fabric

The State of Missouri has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFBC30034901901767) for procurement of vinyl, upholstery, and panel fabrics to be delivered to various locations throughout the state. The solicitation covers 28 line items of fabric products, including seating vinyls, seating fabrics, and panel fabrics, with estimated quantities ranging from 100 to 5,500 linear yards per item. Specific technical requirements include detailed specifications for fiber content, width, weight, colorfastness, surface abrasion resistance, tensile strength, and flammability standards. Many fabric items require GREENGUARD Gold certification. The bid period runs from February 25, 2019, to March 22, 2019, with bids due by 3:00 PM CDT on March 22, 2019. Vendors must provide brand/style names, available colors, warranty information, and maximum unit prices for the initial contract term and two potential renewal periods. Additionally, vendors are required to submit catalog brochures and swatch cards in single page, bi-fold, and tri-fold formats, with 1,000 units requested for each format.

The solicitation does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation, indicating the bid is open to all vendors. No incumbent vendor information is provided, and no specific funding sources are mentioned. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder(s) for an initial one-year term with options to renew for two additional one-year periods. Payment terms are Net 45 Days with Free On Board Destination delivery. Vendors must complete and sign Exhibit A and any applicable exhibits, with submission options including electronic submission through the MissouriBUYS system or hard copy submission to the Division of Purchasing. Line item 26 allows vendors to offer a fixed percentage discount on miscellaneous fabrics not specifically listed in the bid. While no specific award value is explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the solicitation suggests a potentially significant contract value across multiple state agencies and locations in Missouri.