5011 - omhsas - cssh meat OCT-DEC 25

The state and local contract opportunity, identified as 5011 - OMHSAS - CSSH MEAT OCT-DEC 25, is a procurement initiative by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Human Services for meat and poultry products targeting the first quarter of October through December 2025. The solicitation covers multiple jurisdictions including Lackawanna County and Claysville Borough, with a focus on supplying various meat, poultry, and fish products for institutional food service needs. Detailed specifications are provided for 48 meat product categories and 26 poultry items, including precise requirements for product composition, packaging, portion sizes, and acceptable brands such as Tyson, Pilgrim's Pride, Perdue, and others. The procurement documents outline extensive technical specifications for each product type, including requirements for federal inspection, individual quick freeze (IQF) standards, and specific packaging instructions. The contract opportunity was posted on July 31, 2025, with proposals due by August 25, 2025, requiring potential suppliers to provide comprehensive product details, production dates, and shelf life information.

The contract opportunity includes specific labor and workforce compliance requirements, as evidenced by the Worker Protection and Investment Certification Form (Executive Order 2021-06), which mandates contractors' adherence to 13 state labor laws and regulations. The solicitation emphasizes a preference for Pennsylvania-produced agricultural products, as outlined in Executive Order 2010-03, which encourages commonwealth agencies to prioritize local producers when products are available at competitive prices. Additionally, the Reciprocal Limitations Act Requirements suggest potential preference advantages for in-state suppliers, with specific percentage-based benefits for local businesses. While no explicit contract value is stated, the comprehensive nature of the specification documents indicates a substantial institutional food service procurement. Potential vendors must demonstrate compliance with state labor laws, provide detailed product specifications, and meet strict quality control standards, with potential penalties for non-compliance including contract termination and prohibition from future bidding.