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Forrest General Hospital, a political subdivision of Mississippi operating under Forrest County General Hospital, is requesting quotations for Grade "A" whole frozen turkeys and bone-in smoked ham portions to be distributed to employees via vouchers, with bids due August 25, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.

The scope covers self-basting, vacuum-packed turkeys weighing 10–14 pounds each and vacuum-packed ham portions weighing approximately 9 pounds each. Pricing is requested on a per-pound basis for both products, based on a quantity of 4,513 units of each (derived from the previous year's total), with no penalty if exact quantities are not met. The awarded vendor is responsible for one-time delivery to six outlying facilities: Highland Community Hospital, Marion General Hospital, Walthall County Hospital, Jefferson Davis Community Hospital, Pearl River County Hospital, and Perry County General Hospital. Products will be distributed to employees through vouchers valid from November 2, 2026 through December 31, 2026 at designated grocery store or company locations; the vendor must provide sample vouchers showing redemption locations and register with Forrest Health's authorized Vendor Credentialing Program, Green Security.

Submission requirements include a completed bid checklist, signed Standard Contract Addendum, and a Certificate of Insurance documenting Workers' Compensation coverage as required by Mississippi State Law, Commercial General Public Liability coverage of at least $1 million per occurrence and $3 million annual aggregate, and Automobile General Public Liability coverage of at least $1 million. The contract is governed by Mississippi law and is limited to a three-year term. Payment terms specify remittance within 45 days of invoice, receipt, inspection, and approval. Bids must be submitted by mail only to Forrest General Hospital Purchasing Department, 125 South 28th Avenue, Hattiesburg, MS 39401. Bid opening occurs immediately after the deadline at the same location. In the event of tied bids meeting all specifications, Forrest Health reserves the right to divide the purchase equally among vendors or select the winner by drawing lots.