5000 ODP EBC fresh and frozen produce

The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Ebensburg Center is soliciting bids for fresh and frozen produce to supply resident dietary needs for October, November, and December 2026, with bids due August 25, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.

The scope covers 33 line items across fresh produce (bananas, cucumbers, tomatoes, broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, celery, salad mix, onions, apples, blueberries, cantaloupes, honeydew, oranges, strawberries, watermelon, green peppers, garlic, and kiwi), prepared fresh items (diced cabbage and baby carrots), and frozen vegetables and fruits (broccoli cuts, cauliflower, peas and carrots, sweet peas, peas and onions, sliced strawberries, broccoli spears, winter blend vegetables, brussels sprouts, spinach, and green beans), plus raisins. Quantities range from 2 units to 1,620 pounds over the contract period. The IFB establishes strict quality standards, USDA grading standards where applicable, acceptable ripeness levels, packaging requirements, and temperature maintenance for frozen items. Certain brands are explicitly rejected, including Honor Foods-Inn Brand for frozen vegetables and Valley Fresh for sweet peas. Delivery dates are specified throughout the three-month period in accordance with facility storage capacity, with the Dietary Director retaining authority to adjust quantities to meet consumer needs.

All pricing must be quoted on an F.O.B. destination basis with unit prices and total line item prices for each line item. Award will be made on the basis of lowest price per line item or lowest overall price at the issuing office's discretion. Bidders must submit responses electronically through the Pennsylvania Supplier Portal and must be registered vendors. Bidders must confirm understanding and compliance with representations and authorizations and identify any Pennsylvania-produced agricultural products offered under Executive Order 2010-03. Security may be required in the form of an irrevocable letter of credit, certified bank cashier's check, or certificate of deposit. Late bids will be disqualified. The procurement contact is Buyer Tamara George at 814-472-0289.