6-1.2 SHE133132-3 Specifications.pdf

This is a specifications document for a Request for Proposal issued by Salt Lake County Contracts and Procurement on behalf of the Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office Health Services for electrolyte-replacement drink powders comparable to industry-standard formulations such as Gatorade or PowerAde. The solicitation seeks powdered drink mixes that can be packaged in individual, pre-measured packets designed to yield exactly 5 gallons of finished product when mixed with water. Bidders must propose at least two sugar-free flavor options and submit product samples to the County's delivery address prior to the bid closing deadline; samples not received by this deadline cannot be considered for award. The County requires that all proposed products match their indicated flavor, produce no unpleasant or unacceptable taste, and not cause temporary discoloration of mouth, lips, urine, or feces. Jail staff will prepare beverages using 5-gallon containers provided by the facility, requiring products that allow simple packet opening and emptying into containers with water and stirring, requiring no additional measuring.

Bidders must submit complete nutrition label information for each proposed powdered drink mix product as part of their bid submission and agree to all required specifications by completing and submitting the specifications document itself. The County strongly discourages the use of dyes or artificial colorants in product formulation. Sugar-free products are not required to match the exact vitamin profile of industry-standard sugar-free alternatives such as PowerAde Zero. Brand names mentioned throughout the solicitation are intended to indicate the desired level and capability of performance required by the County rather than mandate specific products.