Opportunity
North Carolina eVP #52-IFB-2420797484-BLY
Reusable segregation trays and lids for North Carolina correctional kitchens
Posted
October 07, 2026
Respond By
October 29, 2026
Identifier
52-IFB-2420797484-BLY
NAICS
326199
North Carolina’s Department of Adult Correction is seeking reusable segregation trays and lids for institutional kitchens over an estimated three-year term. - Government buyer: North Carolina Department of Adult Correction, Division of Adult Correction; using office: NCDAC Central Supply Warehouse. - OEM and requested models: Design Specialties TFX-506 segregation trays and LP-506 lids, or functional equivalents. - Estimated quantities: 4,500 cases of trays and 3,000 cases of lids over three years; each case contains 24 units. These are estimates, not guaranteed purchases. - Tray requirements: Reusable, cinnabar, 14 x 10 x 1-inch compartment tray with specified compartment capacities; durable TUF-FLEX construction designed to resist cracking, shattering, tearing, and sharpening into a weapon. Must be dishwasher- and microwave-safe and meet applicable FDA requirements for multi-use public food service products. - Lid requirements: Reusable, clear 10 x 14-inch copolymer lid that separately covers and seals compartments, fits the specified tray, and supports stacking. Must be durable for correctional use, dishwasher- and microwave-safe, and meet applicable FDA requirements. - Notable fulfillment requirements: Cases and boxes must show product and quantity. Shipments must be palletized and secured with nylon banding; metal-banded shipments will not be accepted. Delivery is required within 30 consecutive days after a purchase order; an initial order of 300 cases of each item is anticipated within five days of award.
Description
The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is soliciting bids for segregation trays and lids. The solicitation is an Invitation for Bids (IFB), and the listed commodity code is 481017 (food and beverage dispensing equipment). The using agency is the NCDAC Central Supply Warehouse. Vendors must be registered with the State of North Carolina's Electronic Vendor Portal to submit a response.