1148-FRZ Pulled Chicken

SCI Graterford, located in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, is soliciting bids for a procurement of frozen pulled chicken through Invitation for Bid (IFB) 1148-FRZ. The contract seeks 14,000 pounds of fully cooked, all-natural pulled chicken with a minimum of 40% white meat, requiring the product to be free of allergens, low in sodium, and minimally processed without artificial ingredients. Bidders must submit pricing on a per-pound basis, with the chicken to be delivered FOB Destination by September 2, 2015. The bid responses are due by August 20, 2015, at 10:00 AM, and suppliers must acknowledge and agree to the "Representations and Authorizations" outlined in the solicitation document. Detailed specifications include requirements for chicken composition, processing standards, and delivery protocols, with the procurement covering the jurisdictions of Montgomery County and Arona Borough.

The IFB documentation does not explicitly mention any set-aside designations for disadvantaged businesses or specific restrictions on bidder qualifications. No incumbent vendors are identified in the available documentation, and there are no apparent requirements for integration with existing infrastructure or technology. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the total procurement volume of 14,000 pounds suggests a moderate-scale contract. The procurement appears to be a standard food service contract for a state correctional institution, focused on obtaining a high-quality, minimally processed chicken product. Potential bidders will need to carefully review the specifications and ensure their product meets the stringent requirements for meat composition, processing, and delivery standards outlined in the solicitation.