5011 - omhsas - cssh meat JUL-SEP 25

The state of Pennsylvania, specifically through the Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (OMHSAS), is seeking a qualified supplier to provide meat products for the first quarter of July-September 2025, covering jurisdictions in Lackawanna County and Coaldale Borough. The procurement opportunity (ID: 68081624da52de4cae06b47a) involves a comprehensive meat product solicitation with detailed specifications for various meat categories including beef, veal, lamb, pork, sausage, and cured meats. Suppliers must meet stringent quality control requirements, including precise portion sizes, fat content limits, packaging guidelines, and adherence to specific brand specifications. The contract opportunity was posted on April 22, 2025, with proposals due by May 14, 2025. Evaluation criteria appear to emphasize Pennsylvania-produced agricultural products, with an executive order prioritizing local vendors who can provide competitive pricing. Key deliverables include providing high-quality, specification-compliant meat products for institutional food service, with strict requirements for product preparation, labeling, and packaging.

The procurement opportunity demonstrates a strong preference for Pennsylvania-based agricultural producers, with the Reciprocal Limitations Act providing potential bidding advantages for in-state vendors. Potential respondents must comply with comprehensive labor and workforce safety regulations outlined in Executive Order 2021-06, which requires certification of adherence to 13 specific state labor acts. While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed, the documentation suggests a preference for local and state-based suppliers who can meet rigorous product specifications. Vendors must provide documentation proving compliance with worker protection laws, and false statements could result in contract termination and a three-year prohibition on future state bidding. Although the exact budget range is not specified, the detailed commodity listings and multi-jurisdictional scope suggest a significant procurement value for meat products across Pennsylvania's institutional food service systems. Acceptable brands include major processors like Tyson, Pilgrims Pride, Perdue, and ConAgra, indicating the procurement is suitable for established food service suppliers with robust distribution capabilities.