7013-Dairy-April to June-DSH-FY19

The state of Pennsylvania, specifically through Danville State Hospital in Sullivan County, is seeking a dairy product supplier for the period of April to June 2020 under solicitation number 7013-Dairy-April to June-DSH-FY19. This procurement opportunity was posted on January 27, 2020, with a response deadline of February 12, 2020. The primary objective is to secure a reliable vendor to provide dairy products to the state hospital during the specified quarter. Potential bidders must complete electronic submissions through the Pennsylvania Supplier Portal, with only electronic bids being acceptable. Vendors must carefully review and comply with all bid requirements, including completing requisite questionnaires, uploading necessary attachments, and entering precise pricing information. While specific evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed in the available documents, vendors should be prepared to demonstrate their ability to consistently supply high-quality dairy products that meet state procurement standards.

The solicitation appears to have a preference for Pennsylvania-produced agricultural products, as evidenced by Executive Order 2010_03, which mandates state agencies to prioritize locally produced items when available at competitive prices. No specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned in the provided documentation. The procurement does not outline a specific budget range or award value for the dairy contract. Vendors interested in responding must be registered on the Pennsylvania Supplier Portal and capable of meeting the state's procurement requirements. The contract appears to be structured for a single quarter, suggesting potential opportunities for continued partnership if performance meets the state's expectations. Bidders should be prepared to provide comprehensive information about their dairy product sourcing, quality control measures, and delivery capabilities to demonstrate their suitability for this state hospital procurement opportunity.