North Carolina eVP #Doc2398690264

North Carolina Department of Adult Correction seeks corrugated cardboard cartons for Correction Enterprise Janitorial Products Plant

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is seeking bids for corrugated cardboard cartons to support its Correction Enterprise Janitorial Products Plant. - Government Buyer: - North Carolina Department of Adult Correction - Correction Enterprise Janitorial Products Plant - Purchasing Section (Contact: Joseph Yankah) - Products Requested: - Five types of brown kraft corrugated cardboard cartons - All cartons must have bursting strength of 200 PSI, C Flute EC32 construction, glue joint, regular slotted container (RSC) design, scored for easy setup, capable of handling 65 pounds, and carton size printed in black ink - Minimum order quantities per carton type range from 6,500 to 160,000 units - Estimated total annual quantity: up to 221,000 units - Specific carton sizes and part numbers: - 16-1/4L x 11W x 8-1/4D (Part #0006031, Qty: 24,000) - 16L x 15W x 4-3/4D (Part #0006033, Qty: 8,000) - 14L x 11W x 5D (Part #0012398, Qty: 13,000) - 14-1/8L x 10-1/2W x 9-3/4D (Part #0014761, Qty: 160,000) - 14-3/4L x 12-1/8W x 5-1/4D (Part #0015993, Qty: 16,000) - Unique Requirements: - Cartons must be brown kraft, meet specified strength and construction standards, and be delivered on pallets (two units per pallet) - Carton size must be printed in black ink - Compliance with state regulations and fair employment practices - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; open to qualified manufacturers of corrugated cartons - Estimated Contract Value: - Based on industry pricing, estimated range: $150,000 to $350,000 for the three-year term - Period of Performance: - Three-year contract term, starting on contract execution or February 1, 2027, whichever is later - Pricing firm for 360 days, with possible adjustments thereafter

Description

This solicitation is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued by the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction for the procurement of corrugated cardboard cartons. The commodity code associated with this procurement is 241131 (Boxes). Bids are to be submitted through the North Carolina Electronic Vendor Portal by October 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. The solicitation emphasizes compliance with state regulations and fair employment practices.

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