Segregation Trays and Lids

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (NCDAC) is issuing an Invitation for Bids to establish a three‑year term contract for the supply and delivery of segregation trays and matching lids on an “as‑needed” basis to its Central Supply Warehouse. The items are used in institutional kitchen settings across correctional facilities for food preparation and storage. Vendors must be a North Carolina‑registered vendor in good standing, submit sealed bids through the NC eProcurement Sourcing Tool, and meet all certification, financial, and compliance requirements (E‑Verify, drug‑free workplace, sustainability reporting, etc.). The contract will start upon award execution and will run for three years, with firm pricing locked for the first year and possible adjustments thereafter. Estimated total usage over the contract is 4,500 cases of trays and 3,000 cases of lids (approximately 1,500 trays and 1,000 lids per year). The award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. • Scope: Furnish and deliver segregation trays and lids (case quantities) to NCDAC warehouses. • Quantity: 4,500 cases of trays and 3,000 cases of lids over three years (initial order 300 cases each). • Contract term: 3 years, firm price for 1 year, possible price adjustments. • Submission: Electronic bid via NC eProcurement; deadline Oct 29 2026, 2:00 PM ET. • Mandatory certifications: E‑Verify, financial condition, drug‑free workplace, sustainability attributes. • Evaluation: Lowest responsive price meeting specifications; possible price‑match for in‑state vendors.