State Term Contract - Nonprofit Work Center for the Blind and Severely Disabled - 2026 Open Enrollment

The State of North Carolina, through the Division of Purchase and Contract, is conducting the 2026 Open Enrollment for State Term Contract STC 0002A, specifically for Nonprofit Work Centers for the Blind and Severely Disabled. This solicitation, numbered DPC-355257846-SA-2026, seeks to establish a statewide contract for non-IT goods and services. The primary objective is to provide state entities with access to high-quality, new goods and professional services while ensuring price stability consistent with rates paid by other governmental agencies. The solicitation was posted on November 9, 2026, with a response deadline of December 3, 2026. Vendors must submit their proposals via the Sourcing Tool, including a pricing catalog, customer reference forms, sustainability efforts, and a specific certification for nonprofit work centers for the blind and severely disabled. Awards are based on the best value to the state, evaluated through completeness, content, cost, and vendor responsibility. Deliveries are handled as Free-On-Board (FOB) Destination to any requested location within North Carolina. All manufactured items must meet strict safety standards, including certifications from organizations such as ASME, UL, NEMA, or AGA, and must comply with OSHA and environmental regulations. Contract administration requires vendors to submit quarterly sales management reports and adhere to the North Carolina General Terms and Conditions. This includes strict non-discrimination compliance and federal funding requirements, such as the Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment for awards exceeding $100,000. Inspection and acceptance occur at the destination, where the receiving buying entity must verify that goods are unpacked, assembled, and free of defects before invoices are paid.