1148-April Produce

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, specifically the Montgomery County Correctional Institution at Graterford, is seeking a produce vendor to supply fresh produce for the month of April 2017. The Invitation for Bid (IFB) solicits bids for a comprehensive list of produce items including oranges, apples, bananas, lettuce, tomatoes, carrots, celery, cucumbers, onions, peppers, potatoes, cabbage, broccoli, and cauliflower. The procurement is structured as a lump-sum contract with specific estimated quantities for each produce item. Bids are due by March 16, 2017, at 10:00 AM, with the contract commencing immediately upon award. All produce prices must be F.O.B. destination, and vendors are required to provide precise delivery specifications. The solicitation mandates that all invoiced quantities must exactly match the awarded bid, and no additional charges can be added after contract award.

This procurement opportunity is specifically set aside for small business vendors, who must demonstrate active small business certification and perform at least 60% of the work in-house. Vendors must submit their current small business certifications along with their bid to be considered eligible. While the exact budget range is not explicitly detailed, the procurement covers a comprehensive monthly produce order for a correctional institution. The contract appears to be a targeted opportunity for small businesses looking to supply fresh produce to a state correctional facility. No information is provided about incumbent vendors or existing technological infrastructure requirements. The contract represents a focused procurement for essential food supplies, with strict compliance requirements for small business vendors seeking to participate in this state-level contracting opportunity.