100% Grape Juice

The Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA), specifically the Plant Protection Division, is initiating a contract procurement for 100% grape juice to support yellow-legged hornet eradication efforts. This procurement seeks to establish a contract with qualified suppliers to provide grape juice on an as-needed basis. The contract will be open-ended, with the GDA estimating potential purchases of approximately 6,000 bottles during the fiscal year, though no purchase quantities are guaranteed. The initial contract term is set for one year, with four potential renewal options available. The solicitation was posted on March 24, 2025, with proposals due by April 7, 2025. Potential suppliers must demonstrate their ability to consistently provide high-quality 100% grape juice that meets the department's specifications for hornet control purposes. Suppliers will be expected to fulfill orders as requested by the GDA, with the understanding that order volumes may fluctuate throughout the contract period.

While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are explicitly mentioned in the contract opportunity, potential vendors should be prepared to demonstrate their manufacturing capabilities, supply chain reliability, and ability to meet the GDA's juice procurement specifications. The contract appears to be open to qualified suppliers who can consistently provide 100% grape juice in the required quantities and quality. Although the exact budget or award value is not specified, the estimated purchase of 6,000 bottles suggests a moderate-sized procurement opportunity. Interested suppliers should carefully review the full solicitation details and be prepared to provide comprehensive information about their production capabilities, juice quality, and ability to support the GDA's hornet eradication initiative. Vendors should also be prepared to potentially compete against other suppliers for the contract, as the solicitation suggests the possibility of establishing contracts with multiple qualified suppliers.