Description
The Commonwealth of Kentucky is issuing a Request for Bid (RFB) to establish a Master Agreement for the supply of polyester fiber cores used in the production of mattresses for Kentucky Correctional Industries. The contract covers a variety of core sizes (e.g., 25x75x5, 27x80x5, 38x74x5, etc.) with specifications for loft, weight, dimensions, fiber content, color, and packaging. Delivery is required at the Eastern Kentucky Correctional Complex in West Liberty, KY, Monday‑Friday between 7:45 am‑2:00 pm. The initial contract term is one year, with optional four two‑year renewals. Bids must be submitted electronically via the Commonwealth eProcurement system by 1:30 pm EST on 10/09/2026. Evaluation will be based on best‑value scoring (95 % price, 5 % delivery). Vendors must meet Kentucky residency preferences, provide required certifications, and maintain specified insurance coverage.
• Supply of 9 line‑item fiber core SKUs (polyester, white, clear‑bag packaging)
• Estimated quantities are placeholders; actual orders will be placed via delivery orders during the contract period
• Delivery location: Eastern Kentucky Correctional Complex, West Liberty, KY
• Mandatory electronic submission; vendor registration required in eProcurement system
• Evaluation criteria: lowest price (95 %) and fastest delivery (5 %)
• Contract term: 1 year initial, up to four optional 2‑year extensions