1168 Beef Sausage & Wafer Steak

This state and local contract opportunity involves the procurement of beef sausage and wafer steak for SCI Forest, a state correctional institution located in Forest County, Pennsylvania, specifically within Marion Heights Borough. The solicitation was posted on May 3, 2016, with a response deadline of May 17, 2016, covering a procurement period from July through September 2016. The contract appears to be for food service provisions, specifically focused on protein-based products for institutional consumption. While the specific quantity and detailed specifications are not fully elaborated in the provided documentation, the procurement is clearly targeted at meeting the dietary requirements of the correctional facility. The Bidder Instruction Guide attached to the opportunity provides comprehensive guidance on how vendors should navigate the Pennsylvania Supplier Portal, submit responses, and comply with solicitation requirements. Prospective bidders are advised to carefully review all documentation and contact the Commonwealth Purchasing Professional for any necessary clarifications before submitting their proposal.

The documentation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise requirements, or specific vendor restrictions for this contract opportunity. Similarly, no incumbent vendor information or existing infrastructure details are provided in the available materials. The attached Bidder Instruction Guide suggests a structured procurement process through the Pennsylvania Supplier Portal, indicating that standard state procurement protocols will be followed. While the exact award value or budget range is not disclosed in the provided information, the procurement appears to be a standard institutional food service contract for a state correctional facility. Potential bidders would need to review the full solicitation details on the Supplier Portal to understand the complete scope of requirements, evaluation criteria, and potential contract value. Interested vendors should pay close attention to the May 17, 2016 submission deadline and ensure full compliance with all specified procurement guidelines.