28874_May_5_25_solicitation_doc.pdf

This document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by EASTCONN, a cooperative organization located in Hampton, Connecticut, for a Cooperative Grocery Bid (Solicitation Number 28874) covering the procurement period from August 1, 2025, through July 31, 2026. The solicitation, publicly posted on March 18, 2025, invites all vendors to submit proposals by April 18, 2025, for supplying grocery products across multiple delivery locations. The bid is structured as an open competition, with comprehensive details outlined in accompanying spreadsheets: "Grocery Product List 2025-2026.xls" and "2025-2026 Delivery Location List.xlsx".

The procurement opportunity does not specify explicit evaluation criteria, budget ranges, or award values. Potential vendors are expected to provide proposals demonstrating their capability to consistently supply high-quality grocery products throughout the contract period. The primary point of contact is Heidi Radcliffe, reachable at 860-455-1628 or hradcliffe@eastconn.org. While the solicitation appears to allow multiple vendors to potentially supply grocery products, no information is provided about incumbent vendors, existing contractual arrangements, or specific set-aside designations. Vendors should carefully review the accompanying documentation to understand precise product specifications, delivery locations, and potential volume requirements for this cooperative purchasing opportunity.