Opportunity
North Carolina eVP #Doc2282285859
NC DHHS Solicits Bids for Rabies Tags and Accessories (3-Year Contract)
Posted
July 08, 2026
Respond By
August 06, 2026
Identifier
Doc2282285859
NAICS
339999
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Division of Public Health, Veterinary Public Health Program, is seeking bids for the supply and delivery of rabies vaccination tags and related accessories for statewide distribution. - Government Buyer: - Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) - Division of Public Health - Veterinary Public Health Program - Products Requested: - 300,000 orange aluminum 3-year rabies tags (Year 2027) - 350,000 silver aluminum 1-year rabies tags (Year 2027) - 120 bags of galvanized steel S hooks (National Band & Tag Item 1502 or equivalent) - 50 bags of nickel-plated steel split rivets (National Band & Tag Item R1508NI or equivalent) - 300 bags of galvanized steel split rings, 11/16" (National Band & Tag Item 1506 or equivalent) - OEMs and Vendors: - National Band & Tag is referenced as the standard for several accessories, but equivalents are acceptable - Notable Requirements: - Tags must be made from special 5005 H 34 tempered aluminum, with specific dimensions and serialization - Secure tracking and serialization reporting are required - Drop-shipping to approximately 1,521 locations statewide, with remaining bulk shipments to the main office - Delivery deadlines: drop-shipments by December 15, bulk shipments by December 1 - Contract term is three years with options to extend
Description
This solicitation is for the acquisition and delivery of Rabies Tags for the Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health, Veterinary Public Health Program. The procurement involves furnishing and delivering rabies tags as specified. Bids will be publicly opened on August 6, 2026, and vendors must be registered with the State of North Carolina's Electronic Vendor Portal to respond. The commodity code for this procurement is 551215 - Tags.