TRICOR - Twill Fabric Materials for Manufacturing Facilities - ITB 8001089 (2026)
- Due
- Oct 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 25, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Byron Lee
- (615) 815-6263
The 30-second brief
TRICOR - State of Tennessee is seeking competitive bids to secure a contract for a source of twill materials to be used at TRICOR manufacturing facilities, specifically for inmate apparel and clothing manufacturing. The scope includes supplying off-white, khaki, and white twill fabrics with specific material requirements such as 65% polyester and 35% cotton, 2x1 weave, 7.5 oz per square yard, and domestic finish and dyeing. Estimated annual quantities are approximately 11,000 linear yards for off-white, 1,200 linear yards for khaki, 600 linear yards for white, and 500 linear yards for off-white, with an estimated contract liability of $310,000. Delivery is F.O.B. destination to TRICOR Sewing Operation at West Tennessee State Prison (WTSP) in Henning, Tennessee. The proposal submission deadline is October 26, 2026, at 1:30 PM CST, with sample submissions due by October 20, 2026. Bids will be evaluated based on price (40 points), conformity to specifications (20 points), quality (20 points), ability to perform (10 points), and delivery performance (10 points).
Twill Off-White-Must be Domestic Finish and Dying, KHAKI, WHITE, OFF-WHITE
Price (40), Conformity to specifications (20), Quality (20), Ability to perform (10), Delivery (10)
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Summary
TRICOR - State of Tennessee is seeking competitive bids to secure a contract for a source of twill materials to be used at TRICOR manufacturing facilities, specifically for inmate apparel and clothing manufacturing.
The scope includes supplying off-white, khaki, and white twill fabrics with specific material requirements such as 65% polyester and 35% cotton, 2x1 weave, 7.5 oz per square yard, and domestic finish and dyeing. Estimated annual quantities are approximately 11,000 linear yards for off-white, 1,200 linear yards for khaki, 600 linear yards for white, and 500 linear yards for off-white, with an estimated contract liability of $310,000. Delivery is F.O.B. destination to TRICOR Sewing Operation at West Tennessee State Prison (WTSP) in Henning, Tennessee. The proposal submission deadline is October 26, 2026, at 1:30 PM CST, with sample submissions due by October 20, 2026. Bids will be evaluated based on price (40 points), conformity to specifications (20 points), quality (20 points), ability to perform (10 points), and delivery performance (10 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Twill Off-White-Must be Domestic Finish and Dying
- KHAKI
- WHITE
- OFF-WHITE
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Attestation Re Personnel Used in Contract Performance
- Authorization Document
- Registration with Department of Revenue for Sales and Use Tax
- Solicitation 8001089 Vendor Price Sheet
- TRICOR Specifications & Testing Requirements
- Vendor Questionnaire
- Terms and Conditions
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Henning, TN
- Reported agency
- TRICOR - State of Tennessee
Questions about this ITB
How do I respond to this ITB from Tennessee Rehabilitative Initiative in Correction (TRICOR) | State of Tennessee?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 26, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Byron Lee.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this ITB?
Most government agencies, including Tennessee Rehabilitative Initiative in Correction (TRICOR) | State of Tennessee in TN, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the ITB submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Byron Lee at (615) 815-6263. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Twill Off-White-Must be Domestic Finish and Dying, KHAKI, WHITE, OFF-WHITE. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Price (40), Conformity to specifications (20), Quality (20), Ability to perform (10), Delivery (10)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Tennessee Rehabilitative Initiative in Correction (TRICOR) | State of Tennessee?
All active and historical solicitations from Tennessee Rehabilitative Initiative in Correction (TRICOR) | State of Tennessee are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Tennessee Rehabilitative Initiative in Correction (TRICOR) | State of Tennessee regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this ITB?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Attestation Re Personnel Used in Contract Performance, Authorization Document, Registration with Department of Revenue for Sales and Use Tax, Solicitation 8001089 Vendor Price Sheet, TRICOR Specificat. Review the full document from Tennessee Rehabilitative Initiative in Correction (TRICOR) | State of Tennessee for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Henning, TN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.