Optic White Broadcloth Fabric-Tabor City Sewing Plant

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (NCDAC) has issued an Invitation for Bids to establish an agency-specific term contract for the as-needed supply of Optic White Broadcloth Fabric for the Tabor City Sewing Plant. This fabric, a 50% cotton and 50% polyester blend with a 61-inch width and 3.2 oz weight, is essential for processing NCCE products and services. The contract is structured as a term agreement where the state does not guarantee a minimum or maximum quantity, though the solicitation lists a potential quantity of up to 999,999 yards. Bids are evaluated based on the lowest price from responsive vendors who meet all technical specifications, including compliance with the Flammability Fabrics Act and specific ASTM standards for tensile and tear strength. Vendors must adhere to strict packaging and delivery requirements, including delivering rolls of 250-300 yards on paper tubes to the Tabor City location within two weeks of a purchase order for both domestic and import orders. Shipments must be palletized, shrink-wrapped, and accompanied by English-language packing slips, Safety Data Sheets, and certified laboratory test reports. The award process requires vendors to submit comprehensive documentation via the state's Sourcing Tool by the September 24, 2026, deadline, including pricing forms, customer references, and certifications regarding financial stability, tax compliance, and employment eligibility via E-Verify. The state reserves the right to award to a single vendor or split awards across multiple line items to best serve its interests.