Description
The Maryland Department of Health’s WIC program is seeking a qualified small‑business vendor to supply 6,500 packs of washable nursing pads (natural and white, hypoallergenic cotton flannel) for distribution to breastfeeding participants. The pads must meet size, material, and packaging specifications, and an initial product sample is required with the bid. Delivery of the full order (6,500 packs) is required no later than December 11 2026 to the WIC Distribution Center in Hagerstown, MD. The contract is firm‑fixed‑price, with a total bid ceiling of $30,000 (including shipping). Bids must be mailed with the required sample; electronic submissions are not accepted. The award is limited to certified small businesses under Maryland’s Small Business Reserve program.
• Quantity: 6,500 packs (3,250 natural, 3,250 white) – each pack contains 4 pads.
• Product specs: ≥4 in. diameter, ≥1/8 in. thickness, 100 % hypoallergenic cotton flannel.
• Delivery deadline: ≤ December 11 2026, to 947 N. Burhans Blvd., Hagerstown, MD 21742.
• Maximum contract value: $30,000 (all‑inclusive).
• Mandatory sample submission with bid.
• Small Business Reserve eligibility required.
• Bids due by November 6 2026, 2 PM (mail only).