Michigan VSS #RFP-472-210000001181-2

Michigan DRC Awards Contract for 1.4 Million Pounds of Janitorial Soap Pellets (Soap Base)

The Michigan Department of Corrections (DRC) has awarded a contract for a large-scale supply of janitorial soap pellets (soap base) for use in cosmetic and toilet soap production. - Government Buyer: - Michigan Department of Corrections (DRC), Jackson, MI - Product Requested: - Janitorial soap pellets (soap base) in the form of white noodles or pellets - Total quantity: 1,425,600 pounds - Product composition: - 80-85% tallow, 15-20% coconut oil - Must meet specific chemical specifications: - Acid value of fatty acids: 214-218 - Chlorides salt (as NaCl): 0.30-0.66% - Glycerine: 0.28-0.74% - Free alkali (as NaOH): 0.001-0.08% - Moisture content: 10-15% - Iodine value of fatty acids: 36.0-43.0 - Anhydrous soap: minimum 79% - Product must have a mild, pleasant soap odor - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Strict adherence to detailed chemical composition and quality parameters - Product intended for further processing into cosmetic and toilet soap - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the notice - The solicitation replaces a previous RFP and includes detailed attachments and bidder Q&A

Description

This solicitation is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the DRC for the procurement of janitorial soap pellets. The product specifications include soap base for cosmetic and toilet soap production in white noodles or pellets with specific chemical composition and quality parameters. The solicitation includes a large quantity requirement of 1,425,600 pounds. Bidders are advised to review all attachments and amendments before submitting proposals, and to save their pricing schedule separately.

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