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005-RFB-3032-2027
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Story County, Iowa

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This is a Request for Bids (RFB) issued by the State of Iowa Department of Administrative Services for food items to be delivered to the CDC Warehouse in Woodward, Iowa. The solicitation seeks competitive bids for ten product line items totaling approximately 74,692 units across various food categories, including 10,000 pounds of diced frozen chicken, 10,000 pounds of ground frozen turkey, 12,000 pounds of diced frozen carrots, 10,000 pounds of frozen cauliflower clusters, 500 cases of margarine/vegetable spread reddies, 400 cases of margarine in 1-pound packages, 20,000 individually wrapped frozen muffins, 12,000 pounds of crinkle-cut french fried potatoes, 100 bags of powdered sugar, and 192 cases of salsa or picante sauce. The solicitation opened on August 28, 2026, at 1:00 PM CDT, with bids due by September 11, 2026, at 1:00 PM CDT. All items must be delivered in a single shipment to the Woodward Distribution Center located at 1251 334th Street, Woodward, Iowa 50276, which operates on a first-come, first-served basis during warehouse hours of 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The contract term begins after the five-day appeal period following the Notice of Intent to Award. The solicitation number is 005-RFB-3032-2027, with contact information provided for Randy Bennett at randy.bennett@das.iowa.gov or +1 515-322-1210.

The State of Iowa requires all shipping to be FOB Destination, Freight Prepaid. Payment terms allow the State up to sixty days to pay invoices submitted by bidders pursuant to Iowa Code 8A.514, with preference given to Pcard acceptance. Bidders must certify compliance with Iowa Executive Order 18 regarding Prohibited Company status as defined in Iowa Code section 12K.1(4) and provide required documentation including Terminations, Litigation and Debarment certifications and Form 22 regarding confidential treatment of information. No alternates are allowed for any line items, and all products must meet strict specifications regarding grade, package size, and processing requirements. The award is non-exclusive, and the Lead Agency reserves the right to procure similar goods or services through other contracts or procurement methods. No site visits or bidders conferences are mentioned in the solicitation documentation.

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28 August 2026

Food Items for CDC Warehouse This bid opportunity is for food items to be delivered to the CDC Warehouse in Woodward, Iowa.

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Open 8/28/2026, 1:00 PM CDT Type RFB - Request for Bids Close 9/11/2026, 1:00 PM CDT Number 005-RFB-3032-2027 Currency US Dollar

Sealed Until 9/11/2026, 1:00 PM CDT

Contacts Randy Bennett randy.bennett@das.iowa.gov

Phone +1 515-322-1210

Commodity Codes Commodity Code Description

39300 FOODS: STAPLE GROCERY AND GROCER'S MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS

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The purpose of this Request for Bids (RFB) is to solicit competitive bids from qualified Bidders to provide the goods, services, or both described in this RFB for the Lead Agency and any Participating Agencies.

The Lead Agency intends to award one or more contracts for the term identified in the solicitation. At its sole discretion, the Lead Agency may extend the contract(s) for up to the number of annual renewal periods specified in the solicitation. Any contract awarded as a result of this RFB shall be non-exclusive, and the Lead Agency and Participating Agencies reserve the right to procure similar goods or services through other contracts or procurement methods as permitted by law.

This RFB is intended to provide Bidders with the information necessary to prepare responsive and competitive bids. The solicitation process is conducted for the benefit of the Lead Agency and Participating Agencies to obtain the information needed to evaluate bids and select the Bidder(s) whose bid best meets the requirements of this RFB. This RFB is not intended to contain every detail or consideration that may be relevant to preparing a bid. Each Bidder is solely responsible for reviewing the solicitation and obtaining any additional information necessary to prepare a complete and responsive bid.

Bid Submission and Amendments

Bidders are encouraged to Save Progress frequently, particularly after uploading documents.

If a Bidder opens a bid after it has been certified and submitted, the bid must be certified and resubmitted.

Opening the bid does not remove previously entered information or uploaded documents.

If the Issuing Officer issues an amendment after a bid has been submitted, the Bidder must review and acknowledge the amendment, then certify and resubmit the bid. All previously submitted information and attachments will remain intact.

Instructions for Responding to an Amendment

1. Review the amendment in the solicitation.

2. Complete any newly added or revised questions in the Questions section, if applicable.

3. Acknowledge the amendment.

4. Certify and resubmit the bid before the solicitation closing date and time.

This bid opportunity is for food items to be delivered to the CDC Warehouse in Woodward, Iowa. This solicitation will be for a single shipment of each line item qty. to be delivered in whole. Contract Term the term of the resulting contract/s will begin after the 5 day appeal period ends following the Notice of intent to award is issued. This is a solicitation for various food items to be delivered to the Central Distribution Center at Woodward, Iowa. The amount to be ordered will be delivered in one shipment to the warehouse if you are awarded the solicitation. All items must be delivered according to the specifications. Woodward Distribution Center is located at: 1251 334th St., Woodward Iowa 50276; Woodward warehouse phone number is: (515) 438-3611. The warehouse receives product on a first come first serve basis and does not accept appointments. Warehouse hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

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Prerequisites Required to Enter Bid

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1. Bidder shall read and make certifications of the their Bid.

2. Bidder shall read and authorize to release information for their Bid.

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Buyer Attachments

1. Shipping+Instructions.docx

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Questions Required Questions

Group 1: Form of Bid

Instructions: Bidder shall read and answer the following questions. If you have exceptions to the Terms and Conditions, submit an question(s) in the Question and Answer Section with your exception(s).

1.1 Enter the Bidder's contact name, telephone number, email address, and shipping address for questions regarding this solicitation.

1.2 Enter the Bidder's State or Foreign Country of Residence.

1.3 Bidder shall enter the Resident Preference given by the State or Foreign Country of the Bidder’s residence. Enter the resident preference in the text box or indicate "no preference".

1.4 Bidder shall read, fill-out and upload the Terminations, Litigation and Debarment document.

1.5

Form 22 – Confidential Treatment of Information – All Bidders are required to submit a Form 22 indicating whether or not they are requesting confidential treatment of specific information within their response (see form attached). If Bidder DOES NOT request confidential treatment, Bidder must complete Part 1 of Form 22 and upload in response to this question. If Bidder DOES requests confidential treatment of specific information, Bidder must: (1) fully complete and sign Part 2 of Form 22 and upload in response to this question; (2) prepare and upload a “Public Copy” of the Bid to the "Vendor Attachments" tab from which the confidential information has been redacted as described in Form 22.

1.6 The State of Iowa requires shipping to be FOB Destination, Freight Prepaid. Does the Bidder agree to the terms?

Group 2: Terms and Conditions

Instructions: Bidder shall read and answer the following questions. If you have exceptions to the Terms and Conditions, submit an question(s) in the Question and Answer Section with your exception(s).

2.1 Bidder shall read the RFB Definitions and enter a response.

2.2 Bidder shall read the Administrative Terms and enter a response.

2.3 Bidder shall read the Contract Terms & Conditions and enter a response.

2.4 Bidder shall read the Specification Terms and enter a response.

2.5 Bidder shall read the Terms and Conditions for GOODS and enter a response.

2.6

Pursuant to Iowa Executive Order 18 (February 10, 2026), the State of Iowa may not purchase equipment, supplies, or services from a Prohibited Company. For purposes of this solicitation, "Prohibited Company" has the meaning set forth in Iowa Code section 12K.1(4) – please see a copy of Iowa Code section 12K.1 attached for your reference.

Bidder shall either hereby certify that “no” it is not a Prohibited Company as defined in Iowa Code section 12K.1(4), or “yes” it is a Prohibited Company as defined in Iowa Code section 12K.1(4). If the Bidder answers "yes," the Department of Administrative Services reserves the right to reject and not evaluate the Bidder's proposal.

2.7 Please indicate which list(s) identified in Iowa Code section 12K.1(4) that Bidder is included on and provide additional clarification or information about Bidder’s inclusion on this list.

Group 3: Payment Terms

Instructions: Bidder shall read and answer the following questions. If you have exceptions to the Terms and Conditions, submit an question(s) in the Question and Answer Section with your exception(s).

3.1 Payment Terms - Per Iowa Code § 8A.514 the State of Iowa is allowed sixty (60) days to pay an invoice submitted by a Bidder. Does the Bidder agree to the terms?

3.2 Terms of Pcard Acceptance - The State of Iowa prefers to pay Bidders using its Purchasing Card Program (Pcard) whenever possible. Bidders accepting Pcard payments shall comply with the Terms of Pcard Acceptance.

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Product Line Items Product Line Items

1. Bid Specifications. Bidder must satisfy all the specifications to be deemed a Responsible Bidder # Item Name, Commodity Code, Description Allow

Alternates Qty. UOM Requested Delivery

P1 CHICKEN DICED, FULLY COOKED, FROZEN 10,000 LB - Pound

White chicken meat only, must be whole meat not pressed or formed, no substitutes, 1/4 inch x 3/8 inch fully cooked heat and serve. Diced white chicken meat. Flavored and Fines will NOT be accepted.

Brand - Grade -

Package Size - Pack Season -

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P2 TURKEY, FROZEN, GROUND 10,000 LB - Pound

Must be 85% lean/packed in 10 lb. tubes 2 per box/ tubes must be in box./no skin or tendons No MST, no more than 45 days since date of processing to CDC delivery.

P3 CARROTS, DICED, FROZEN 12,000 LB - Pound

US Grade A, 30 lb. Pkg., 3/8" cubed.

Pack Orgin -

P4 CAULIFLOWER, CLUSTERS, FROZEN 10,000 LB - Pound

Grade A, 20 lb. Bulk Pack. Must be clusters, no pearls

Brand - Grade -

Package Size - Pack Season -

P5 MARGARINE/VEGETABLE SPREAD, REDDIES 500 CS - Case

Prepared from liquid soybean oil, partially hydrogenated soybean oil and water, salt, whey, vegetable mono and diglycerides, soybean lecithin, sodium benzoate added as a preservative, artificially flavored, colored with beta carotene, vitamin A palmitate added. 90 Count per 12 lbs./case. Service size 3 reddies. Servings per container 360.

P6 MARGARINE, 30-1lb. Pkg./case 400 CS - Case

Made from soy oil, water based, no milk solids, hydrogenated soybean oil, water, salt, whey, vegetable mono and diglycerides, soybean lecithin, sodium benzoate added as a preservative, artificial flavor. Colored with beta carotene, vitamin A palmitate added, 14 grams, 11 grams of fat, 2 grams saturated fat, 1 gram polyunsaturated fat, Pkg. 30-1 lb. pkg./case.

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P7 MUFFINS, FROZEN 20,000 EA - Each

Individually wrapped muffins 2 - 4 oz. each, assorted flavors. *** NO POPPYSEED or CORN BREAD.

Brand - Grade -

Package Size - Pack Season -

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P8 POTATOES, FRENCH FRIED, CRINKLE CUT 12,000 LB - Pound

3/8 IN. Line Flow, Oven Bake.

Brand - Grade -

Package Size - Pack Season -

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P9 SUGAR, POWDERED 100 BG - Bag

Multi-wall bags, 50 lbs. per bag.

Brand - Grade -

Package Size - Pack Season -

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P10 SALSA OR PICANTE SAUCE 192 CS - Case

4-1 Gallons per case "Medium" Hot Picante Sauce or Salsa.

Must be plastic gallons.

Brand - Grade -

Package Size - Pack Season -

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Service Line Items Service Line Items

There are no Items added to this event.

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