REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) STATE 0000000270SL: Chemical Products Qualified Vendor List (QVL)

The Missouri Department of Corrections, through its Vocational Enterprises division, has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) titled "Chemical Products Qualified Vendor List (QVL)" with solicitation number STATE-0000000270-SL. This solicitation, posted on January 22, 2026, seeks qualified vendors for supplying chemical products and is targeted for procurement activities occurring in Bonne Terre, Missouri. Vendors interested in responding must submit their proposals by February 5, 2026. The procurement falls under NAICS code 325998, indicating the focus on chemical manufacturing. The primary point of contact for this solicitation is Dawn Jackson, who can be reached via the provided email address for any inquiries or clarifications regarding the RFP. An important compliance component tied to this solicitation is the adherence to the Domestic Products Procurement Act, commonly known as the Buy American preference under Missouri law (sections 34.350-34.359, RSMo). Vendors are required to certify the country of manufacture for their proposed products through detailed tables that specify whether the products are made in the U.S., manufactured abroad, or qualify under applicable trade treaties or sole U.S. manufacturer criteria. This certification is essential for vendors to participate in the procurement process, ensuring eligibility for purchasing preference policies. The attached documentation mandates vendor signatures to confirm the accuracy of the submitted manufacturing information, aligning with Missouri’s procurement regulations designed to support domestic product sourcing.