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This Solicitation opportunity from Iowa was posted on August 6, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Men's Undergarments for use by State Agencies

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005-RFB-2971-2027State & Local

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The Iowa Department of Administrative Services is soliciting competitive bids under solicitation 005-RFB-2971-2027 to provide men's undergarments, including briefs, boxers, and various undershirts, for incarcerated individuals and residents in multiple state facilities. The initial contract term runs from September 24, 2026, to September 23, 2027, with the agency holding the sole option for up to five annual extensions. This non-exclusive contract will be available to all State of Iowa agencies and eligible political subdivisions. Approved brands include Hanes, Fruit of the Loom, and Gildan. Technical specifications require items to be pre-shrunk for industrial laundering, with specific material requirements such as 100% cotton for briefs and boxers, and a range of sizes from Small to 10XL. Bidders must satisfy all technical specifications and certify they are not a Prohibited Company under Iowa Code section 12K.1(4) to be deemed responsible. The evaluation process may include the submission of two free samples for design and durability testing. Awarded vendors must provide quarterly sales reports and pay a corresponding administrative fee to the Department of Administrative Services. Payment terms are set at sixty days per Iowa Code, with a preference for the State's Purchasing Card Program. Shipping must be FOB Destination, Freight Prepaid. Bidders are required to submit a Terminations, Litigation and Debarment document, Form 22 regarding confidentiality, and authorize background investigations of key personnel.

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Iowa seeks bids for men’s undergarments sizes L–10XL, 23,000+ pairs annually, contract starts Sept 2026, renewable up to five years.

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Des Moines, IA, USA

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AgencyIowa
Contacts1 person available
OfficeDes Moines, IA, 50319, USA
Organization / AgencyIowa
Office AddressDes Moines, IA, 50319, USA
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The purpose of this Request for Bids (RFB) is to solicit competitive bids from qualified Bidders to provide Men's Undergarments. Various State of Iowa Agencies and Participating Agencies provide this product to individuals in multiple facilities. The contract(s) will be available to all State Agencies and Political Subdivisions. The solicitation may be viewed at the IMPACS Electronic Procurement System website link below. Vendors who would like to submit a bid will need to register (also found on the link below).

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