Reflective Sheeting for Auto and Motorcycle License Plate Tags

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is soliciting bids for an Agency Specific Term Contract to procure brand-specific reflective sheeting, inks, and thinners for the production of auto and motorcycle license plate tags. The materials must be compatible with existing DigiTag printers at the License Tag Plant. Vendors can bid on Option 1, featuring Avery Dennison L-3050 Series sheeting and Nazdar ink products, Option 2, featuring Nippon Carbide Grade SCL L8500 Series sheeting, or a combination of both. Additionally, the manufacturer is required to provide professional design services to ensure plate legibility and aesthetics. The contract is set to begin on January 20, 2027, with all goods delivered Free-On-Board Destination to requested locations within North Carolina, typically within 30 calendar days of a purchase order. Awards will be based on the best value and most advantageous bid, evaluating factors such as cost, completeness, and vendor responsibility. Bidders must submit all responses through the NC eProcurement Sourcing Tool, including certifications of financial condition, sustainability efforts, and adherence to an alcohol and drug-free workplace policy. Because the contract value exceeds $1,000,000, specific agency insurance requirements apply. Payment is contingent upon inspection and acceptance by the Contract Manager. North Carolina resident vendors may be eligible for price matching under Executive Order 50 if their bid is within 5% or $10,000 of the lowest non-resident bid.