Waterproof Boots for Maryland Correctional Enterprises

The Maryland Correctional Enterprises (MCE), a division of the Maryland Department of Public Safety & Correctional Services, is seeking to procure Men's Waterproof Leather Boots for the MCE Central Warehouse in Jessup, Maryland. The boots must meet specific technical requirements, including a 6-inch waterproof leather construction, cushioned insoles, and slip-resistant outsoles. The estimated quantity for the combined three-year contract period is 3,000 pairs. Bids are due by April 14, 2021, and MCE intends to make a single award. The contract will be for an initial three-year term, with an optional two-year renewal period. Pricing terms indicate that all prices shall remain firm for a minimum of 90 days, and a 30-day notice is required for any proposed price increases, which MCE reserves the right to accept or reject. Freight charges are to be included in the bid price, and deliveries must be made between 8:30 AM and 2:15 PM, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

There are no Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) or Veteran-Owned Small Business Enterprise (VSBE) participation goals for this procurement. The IFB does not specify any incumbent vendors or current contractors, and it does not mention any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The IFB also does not provide any information about the possible award value or budget range.