30-270067-DPH Rabies Tags

The State of North Carolina’s Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health, is seeking competitive bids to supply and deliver rabies identification tags for use in the state’s Veterinary Public Health program. This IFB is a rebid for a three‑year contract (initial term) beginning on or after October 1 2026. Vendors must be a North Carolina‑registered supplier in good standing and submit sealed bids through the NC e‑Procurement portal by September 11 2026, 2:00 PM ET. The award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder that meets the technical specifications for the tags. Key requirements include compliance with state and federal statutes, E‑Verify for workers, warranty provisions, and submission of required certifications and references. • Product: Rabies vaccination tags (links, rivets, etc.) for animal identification. • Quantity: Not specified; pricing will be based on unit rates. • Contract term: 3 years with possible extensions. • Delivery: Must meet state‑specified timelines and shipping confirmations. • Mandatory vendor qualifications: NC registration, financial stability, certifications, and adherence to E‑Verify and environmental guidelines. • Submission: Electronic via Ariba Sourcing Tool; late bids are disqualified. • Evaluation: Lowest price meeting all specifications, with consideration of past performance and financial condition.