501 Froz Fruit & Veg Jan-Mar 2023 Plk WN

The state and local contract opportunity, identified as ID 660c98553e524150140a2202, is a procurement for delivering frozen fruits and vegetables to the Polk Center in Pennsylvania from January through March 2023. The contract is issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services and encompasses jurisdictions including Washington County and Pittsburgh City. The solicitation seeks a vendor to supply 28 different frozen produce items, including asparagus, lima beans, green beans, mushrooms, potatoes, and mixed fruit blends, with specific requirements for product quality, pack sizes, and acceptable brands. The procurement requires precise adherence to detailed product specifications outlined in the attached document "09-FROZ FRT VEG SPECS 02-17 (2).doc". The initial posting date was November 4, 2022, with a proposal due date of November 18, 2022. The deliverables will be determined by specific buyer quantities and must meet stringent quality standards for institutional food service. The weekly delivery quantities are outlined in the accompanying "Veggie delivery.xlsx" spreadsheet, which provides a comprehensive breakdown of expected vegetable and fruit volumes.

While the documentation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or vendor restrictions, the contract appears to be a standard state procurement opportunity open to qualified food service suppliers. The procurement does not indicate preferences for disadvantaged business enterprises or small business participation. No incumbent vendors are identified in the available documentation, and there are no explicit references to existing infrastructure or technology integration requirements. The contract appears to be a straightforward food procurement opportunity with a defined three-month service period from January to March 2023. Although specific budget ranges are not provided, the detailed specification suggests a structured procurement process with potential for precise cost management through the specified product list and expected delivery quantities. Vendors interested in responding would need to demonstrate capability to consistently deliver high-quality frozen produce meeting the exact specifications outlined in the procurement documents.