Contract #07704 Updates

Contract Title:
GLOVES, HOSPITAL/MEDICAL, DISPOSABLE
Date Type Memo
2012061306-13-2012 : Amendment signed by both parties to document contract expiration date of 06/30/12, effective date of replacement contract 05311 to be 07/01/12, and to approve contractor sub of excel brand products for the listed (branded) products only
2012060806-08-2012 : Approved mfg change to Pharmatex, pricing, pkg and specs remain unchanged.
2012051405-14-2012 : CONTRACT STATUS Contract is extended through 7/1/12 or until 05311 protest is resolved (plus 10 days), whichever is shorter in time.
2012050305-03-2012 : CONTRACT STATUS The replacement glove contract #05311 becomes effective on May 16, 2012.
2012042604-26-2012 : CONTRACT STATUS This contract has been extended through May 15, 2012 to provide coverage until Contract #05311 begins.
2012042304-23-2012 : CONTRACT STATUS The replacement contract (#05311) is scheduled to begin performance on 5/15/12. This target date may be extended or shortened to meet the administrative needs surrounding the replacement contract. Currently, the #07704 contract is scheduled to expire on 4/30/12. This date may be extended to meet the administrative needs of the replacement contract.
2012041104-11-2012 : CONTRACT STATUS Current contract has been extended through April 30, 2012. Still expecting the new contract (#05311) to take effect by May 1, 2012.
2012040204-02-2012 : CONTRACT STATUS Notice of Award was issued on 29th for the new glove contract #05311. Contract will be in effect by no later than May 1, 2012
2012032703-27-2012 : CONTRACT EXTENSION Contract has been extended through April 15, 2012.
2012030803-08-2012 : CONTRACT STATUS This contract is due to expire on March 31, 2012 and will be replaced by Contract #05311.
2012020702-07-2012 : CONTRACT CHANGE Contract #07704 is extended from February 16, 2012 through March 31, 2012.
2011123012-30-2011 : CONTRACT EXTENSION Contract 07704 is extended through 2/15/12.
2011120912-09-2011 : PRICE ADJUSTMENT Special end-of-year pricing for four Excel gloves has been posted to the CCI. Prices are good until December 31, 2011, or until inventory is deleted.
2011120112-01-2011 : CONTRACT REBID Bid analysis continues for Contract 05311, which will replace this contract on 12/31/11.
2011110111-01-2011 : CONTRACT REBID Please see contract 05311 for updated information regarding the current solicitation to replace this contract.
2011101810-18-2011 : CONTRACT REBID Solicitation No. 05311 was released via WEBS on 10-18-11. All bids are due on 11-08-11. There will be no Bidder's Conference for this Solicitation.
2011100310-03-2011 : CONTRACT REBID A new solicitation number has been assigned to the rebid of this contract. Please see contract 05311 for information regarding the new solicitation which is scheduled to be released in mid October.
2011092909-29-2011 : PRICE ADJUSTMENT Excel is providing reduced pricing on three line items for case quantities ordered during the month of October. CS has posted the reduced price list to the CCI, effective 10/1/11.
2011091609-16-2011 : CONTRACT EXTENSION This contract has been extended through December 31, 2011 to provide contract coverage during the rebid process. A new solicitation is will be released within the next 2-3 weeks.
2011090809-08-2011 : CONTRACT EXTENSION GA is currently working with Excel to extend this contract to allow for additional time to rebid Solicitation 05210, which was cancelled on 9-07-11. As soon as more information becomes available, the website will be updated to reflect the contract extension dates.
2011090809-08-2011 : CONTRACT REBID Solicitation No. 05210 has been cancelled due to overly restrictive specifications. It is anticipated that a new solicitation with revised specifications will be released within the next 7-10 business days.
2011080108-01-2011 : CONTRACT REBID New solicitation for gloves was posted to WEBS on July 29, 2011. Vendors must log into WEBS to view this bidding opportunity. Please contact Melissa Cox at 360-902-7439 or via email at melissa.cox@ga.wa.gov if you are interested in this bidding opportunity.
2011072507-25-2011 : CONTRACT CHANGE Excel is offering substantial pricing reductions on the following three Kimberly Clark gloves from July 26, 2011 through August 31, 2011: SafeSkin Purple Nitrile, SafeSkin Sterling Nitrile, and SafeSkin Lavendar Nitrile. Please see CCI for detailed pricing reductions.
2011071807-18-2011 : CONTRACT REBID It is anticipated that a new solicitation for this commodity will be posted by July 28th. If you are interested in submitting a bid, please make sure that your firm is registered in WEBS (Washington's Electronic Business Solution) located at http://www.ga.wa.gov/Business/index.html or contact Melissa Cox at 360-902-7439.
2011062106-21-2011 : CONTRACT REBID It is anticipated that a new solicitation for this commodity will be posted within the next 2-3 weeks. If you are interested in submitting a bid, please make sure that your firm is registered in WEBS (Washington's Electronic Business Solution) located at http://www.ga.wa.gov/Business/index.html or contact Melissa Cox at 360-902-7439.
2011052405-24-2011 : CONTRACT EXTENSION THREE MONTH EXTENSION- The current contract has been extended until September 30, 2011 at current prices. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged. Please note that we are anticipating the release of a new bid for this commodity within the next 30 days.
2011051905-19-2011 : ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGE Effective June 1, 2011 Excel will be moving their warehouse to 2001- 48th Ave Court East, Fife, WA 98424. The mailing address and phone/fax numbers will remain the same. Please note that all orders received after noon on May 25th will not ship until May 31st due to the move. Excel Supply Company would also like to invite State of Washington customers to visit their new sales showroom which is scheduled to open in July 2011.
2011031003-10-2011 : CONTRACT CHANGE Effective March 10, 2011 substitutes have been approved for EPF288 (Latex Powder-Free) and the EXC015 (Latex High-Risk). Please see the current contract information link for specific part numbers for these substitutions. Due to the volatility of the latex market, it is recommended that customers begin the process of moving away from latex and utilizing Nitrile for their medical exam gloves. The latex market has seen unprecedented pricing over the past year and there appears to be no immediate end in sight for this commodity. GA will be publishing a list of Nitrile alternatives to the current latex gloves on contract to assist this transition. Please contact Melissa Cox at General Administration or Excel Gloves for more information.
2011012401-24-2011 : GA is in the process of finalizing the IFB for the glove rebid. Estimated date for bid release is mid to late February.
2010122912-29-2010 : This contract has been extended through June 30, 2011 due to the volatility of the latex market and to allow sufficient time for a rebid. If you would like to be a part of the stakeholder group, please contact Melissa Cox at 360-902-7439.
2010111011-10-2010 : Excel pricelist has been updated to reflect new product code for the Kimberly Clark KC300 Sterling Nitrile Glove. New product code is 50700.
2010090809-08-2010 : A price increase of 12% on all latex gloves went into effect on September 1, 2010. The price list has been updated to reflect this change. This commodity is in the process of being rebid. A stakeholder group consisting of DOC, DSHS, DVA, and WSP has been formed. A tentative solicitation release date has been set for late October.
2010070907-09-2010 : Vendor has requested a 12% price increase on all latex gloves due to substantial increases in the raw materials market. GA is currently in the process of researching the rubber market to determine if price increase is justified.
2010070907-09-2010 : First stakeholder meeting has been rescheduled for July 21st at 2:00 pm in the GA Bid Room.
2010061106-11-2010 : First stakeholder meeting for the rebid of this contract will be on July 14th from 10-11 am in the GA Bid Room.
2010061006-10-2010 : Contract 07704 was updated to add Kimberly Clark Lavender Nitrile Powder-free gloves to the product list. Sizes range from XS to XL. Cost is $13.50/box of 250ct or $135.00/case of 10 boxes.
2010033103-31-2010 : Current contract expires on 12/31/2010. Will be forming stakeholder group in May to begin gathering requirements for new contract. Anyone interested in participating on this stakeholder group should contact Melissa Cox at 360-904-7439.
2010022302-23-2010 : Updated CCI to replace Roz Knox with Melissa Cox as the Contracts Specialist.
2010020302-03-2010 : Per the telecom on 2/2/10 with state glove contractor, Ms. Irene Reyes, the MMCAP McKesson contract now reflects an exclusion notification for gloves. Washington State is one of several participating states on that utilize the MMCAP multi-state contract. McKesson is an MMCAP contractor that offers hospital and medical supplies. However, gloves have now been removed from McKesson's supply offering for Washington's State Agencies specifically; in an effort to give a 100% commitment to the Washington State Glove Contract 07704. In addition, McKesson's Current Contract Information (CCI) was updated to reflect this change as of 2/2/2010.
2010010501-05-2010 : Contractor has expressed concerns as to why state agencies are buying gloves from the McKesson offered via MMCAP and not the state glove contract. Both Melissa Cox and Roz Knox investgating a method to offer more clarification and understanding surrounding the use of state contracts bid via Washington State and the use of GPO contracts also used by Washington State as a participating state similar to piggy backing. More to come on this overall observation to confirm which contract takes priority and the circusmstances that surround their contract buys.
2009111311-13-2009 : Excel Gloves attended the Supplier Diversity Summit for DSHS at the Tacoma Convention Center on October 28, 2009. The contractor expressed concerns as to why DSHS Eastern and Western Hospitals no longer use the state glove contract, but instead use the HSSA contract which is a Group Purchasing Oranization. Contracts Adminsitrator will be working with DSHS management to revisit the option of having both hospitals reconsider use of the state contract for gloves. More to follow-up on this subject.
2009081408-14-2009 : Contractor notfied the state of ongoing invoicing disputes with DOH resulting in delayed invoice payment. Contractor has been working with DOH on ongoing dispute/resolution on several invoicing concerns for several months. Contractor has expressed concerns of agency being willingness to process resolved invoicing in timely manner.
2009070907-09-2009 : The Glove Contract is currently operating under its final extension option. Contract to start rebid process in January 2010.
2009060206-02-2009 : Site visit for Excel Gloves is still on schedule for the summer of 2009.
2009051205-12-2009 : The rebid for the gloves contract will start as early as January/Feb 2010, since the contract is currently operating under its final term and is due to expire 12/31/2010.
2008122912-29-2008 : The gloves contract 07704 has been extended for its final term effective January 1, 2009 and run to completion as of December 31, 2010 (24 months).
2008121512-15-2008 : The state will proceed with Excel Gloves final contract extension, per their response to the offer to extend. To proceed with Contract Amendment. Excel Gloves has also confirmed with glove manufacturers the committment to reduce glove prices within 3% to 5% in February 2009.
2008112011-20-2008 : The glove contract will be coming up for a rebid early in January 2010.
2008112011-20-2008 : Offer to Extend sent to Excel Gloves to extend the contract for the final 24 month term from 1/1/2009 through 12/31/2010.
2008102110-21-2008 : Contract Amendment completed to clarify the level of participation requirement for Oregon State Agencies. Optional Use”, for Oregon State Agencies, and authorized Political Subdivisions of Oregon.
2008080708-07-2008 : Contract Amendment issued to accommodate the recent price increases for vinyl and nitrile gloves. This increase was based on volatile market conditions.
2008072307-23-2008 : Broadcast to go out requesting Vendor Contract Performance Report Cards. Due date August 15, 2008.
2008072307-23-2008 : Contractor Excel Gloves has been approved for a 31% increase for vinyl and 15% for nitrile gloves, based on volatile market conditions.
2008072307-23-2008 : Based on an extensive market analysis both nitrile and vinyl gloves will experience price adjustments effective immediately. Vinyl has gone through significant increases over the last 16 months, including huge jumps in fuel and energy costs. In addition, Nitrile being related to synthetic rubber has also experienced increases upwards of 17% in the market.
2008061906-19-2008 : Comtract Amendment issued to impose price adjustment for latex glove products on contract, effective 6/19/2008. All other terms, conditions, and specifications remain unchanged.
2008061806-18-2008 : Excel Gloves has been approved for a 25% increase in the latex gloves product lines; due to extremely volatile market conditions. Contract Amendment is forthcoming to hold this pricing firm for 365 days. A broadcast will follow to inform the stakeholder/customer community of this change.
2008020502-05-2008 : Excel Gloves recently participated in offering their support to track down emergency support products through Washington States Flood Emergency victims programs across the state.
2007080908-09-2007 : Advised contractor, I will schedule site visit sometime this fall with Excel Gloves located in Fife, WA.
2007031203-12-2007 : Excel Gloves has been approved for a 12% price adjustment in their vinyl/nitrile and latex gloves.
2007021202-12-2007 : Excel Gloves has requested a price adjustment based on marketplace increases in areas of vinyl and latex. Contractors data currently under review, with proposed increase, if approved by Offiice of State Procurement to become effective March 1, 2007.
2006122612-26-2006 : Contract extension has been completed. Contract extended effective January 1, 2007 and will run through December 31, 2008 (24 months). Price adjustment is forthcoming, but will be held firm for initial 12 months of 24 month extension. Customer community urged to take advantage of placing orders now at current contract prices through January 5, 2007.
2006121112-11-2006 : Contract extension still under review. Excel Gloves has submitted request for price adjustment based on freight upcharges and the increase in Latex and Synthetic Rubber. Currently reviewing documentation to substantiate price adjustments.
2006112711-27-2006 : Contract 07704 is in the final stages of review for extension. It is anticipated that the extension will be completed mid December. Customers please note that we are looking at a possible price increase for 2007.
2006110811-08-2006 : Contract 07704 for Disposable Hospital Gloves is being proess for an extension. It is anticipated that the extension will be finalized by the first part of December, 2006. Additionally, the unstable Latex market may result in pricing changes.
2006100210-02-2006 : Contract 07704 for Disposable Hospital Gloves is being processed for extension. It is anticipated that the extension will be finalized by November 30th.
2006090109-01-2006 : Contract 07704 for Disposable Gloves is currently being review for possible contract extension. This contract is due to expire December 31, 2006. Contract Performance Reports have been received and an additional review is anticipated this month prior to releasing an extension letter to the Contractor.
2006070307-03-2006 : Contract 07704 is due to expire December 31, 2006. The review process for this contract has been started. Contract users are to provide the Contractor Performance Evaluation (now called "Vendor & Contract Report Cards") are due by August 3rd. These are available online: http://www.ga.wa.gov/pca/regulat.htm.
2006011001-10-2006 : OSP is in the process of reviewing a requested pricing increase from Excel Gloves based on increased costs for shipping and direct from the manufacturers. It is anticipated that analysis will be completed by mid January, 2006.
2005030903-09-2005 : Two new vinyl gloves are being added to the contract, effective April 30, 2005.
2005010301-03-2005 : Contract 07704 replaces Contract 14798 effective January 1, 2005.
2004120612-06-2004 : Contract 07704 is currently under evaluation for award. This contract will replace Contract 14798 that is effective until 12/31/04.
2004102810-28-2004 : The due date for IFB 07704 has been extended to November 16, 2004. An additional amendment will be issued November 1st or 2nd with updates to the IFB.
2004090709-07-2004 : This contract will replace contract 14798. A draft contract bid is currently under review and will be issued within the next few weeks with a prebid conference anticipated for the last week of September/first of October timeframe.


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