4._Estimated_Usage.xlsb

This is an Estimated Usage spreadsheet prepared by the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) for multiple food commodity solicitations across state correctional institutions and related facilities. The document outlines estimated quarterly and monthly usage quantities for seven commodity contracts: Margarine & Spread (89-03), Butter Flavored Grill Oil (89-123), Crackers (89-06), Tuna Canned & Pouched (89-24), Salad Oil, Vegetable & Shortening (89-47), Cereal Bulk Grains (89-59), Pizza Individual Servings (89-60), and Powdered Milk Extra Grade (89-127). The spreadsheet catalogs estimated usage across two geographic areas encompassing over 40 CDCR institutions, including prisons, state hospitals, and developmental centers. Estimated annual quantities for individual commodities range significantly, with pizza individual servings totaling 18,250 cases annually across all facilities, while bulk cereal grains and vegetable oils reflect hundreds of thousands of pounds in annual consumption. Questionnaires were completed between May 28 and June 10, 2025, by facility-designated contacts, with most responses verified by facility managers.

The usage data is organized by inmate population served at each institution and delivery frequency requirements, with most commodities scheduled for either monthly or quarterly delivery. Area 1 facilities reported a combined estimated annual usage of 7,574 cases for pizza servings, while Area 2 facilities reported 10,676 cases, demonstrating significant demand variability across the prison system. The spreadsheet functions as a foundational document for establishing bid specifications and pricing negotiations, providing potential vendors with detailed consumption patterns necessary for accurate proposal development. Contact information for each facility's nutrition services or procurement representative is provided to facilitate vendor communication during the bidding process.