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This is a solicitation document from the Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency (MWVCAA) in Oregon requesting competitive bids for food and dairy products to support its Head Start program at two distribution sites in the Salem/Keizer area. The procurement covers a two-year contract period from October 2022 through September 2024. Projected annual requirements include 1,984 to 10,803 gallons of milk (primarily 1% milk with whole milk for toddlers and lactose-free options) and 140 to 460 pounds of butter annually. The solicitation specifies detailed product types, quantities, and delivery schedules. Bid submissions were required electronically to Natalie Bratton by October 6, 2022, at 5:00 PM.

Bid evaluation will focus on cost, delivery capabilities, product availability, and vendor references. The solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises, appearing to be an open competitive procurement. No incumbent vendor information or specific budget range is disclosed in the document. The solicitation indicates this is a substantial procurement opportunity requiring vendors to demonstrate robust delivery infrastructure, consistent product quality, and competitive pricing to meet the precise nutritional and logistical requirements of the Head Start program.