28930_Mar_31_25_solicitation_doc.pdf

The document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by EASTCONN, a cooperative purchasing organization located in Hampton, Connecticut, for a Cooperative Produce Bid (Solicitation Number 28930) covering the procurement period from August 1, 2025 through July 31, 2026. The RFP was released on March 19, 2025, with a bid response deadline of April 21, 2025, and is open to all vendors capable of supplying produce. The solicitation seeks to establish a contract for produce supply to EASTCONN member institutions, with comprehensive product and delivery specifications included in the bid documentation.

The RFP does not specify a total estimated contract value or set-aside designations, and appears designed to be inclusive and competitive, allowing multiple vendors to submit proposals. The primary contact for the solicitation is Heidi Radcliffe, who can be reached at 860-455-1628 or hradcliffe@eastconn.org. Accompanying documents include a Produce - Product List 2025-2026 spreadsheet and a Produce - Delivery Locations 2025-2026 spreadsheet, which provide detailed information about the expected produce requirements and delivery locations. The contract term is for one year, with no explicit mention of renewal options, and potential bidders are expected to carefully review the detailed bid specifications to ensure compliance with the procurement requirements.