89-136 Kosher Meals, Passover Meals, Frozen

The State of California, Department of General Services, Procurement Division (DGS-PD) is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) to procure Kosher Meals, Passover Meals, and Frozen meal products. The resulting contract will be mandatory for all State of California Departments and have a term of three (3) years, with two (2) one-year extension options. The contract will cover a variety of kosher and passover breakfast, lunch, and dinner options, totaling 35 meal varieties. Key requirements include Glatt Kosher certification, a minimum of 60 grams of protein per day, at least 75% whole grain items, and a sodium limit of 3,500 mg per day. Packaging must be institutional bulk, double-wrapped, and labeled with lot numbers for traceability. Bids are due by July 17, 2024 at 2:00 PM PT, and the contract will be awarded on an "All or None" basis to the responsive and responsible bidder with the lowest cost, including any applicable preference and incentive calculations.

The IFB includes provisions for socioeconomic programs such as the Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) incentive, small business preference, and subcontractor preferences. Bidders must also comply with various state regulations and certifications related to food safety, civil rights, and other requirements. The anticipated spend for this contract is $19,459,472.94 over the three-year period, though no specific pricing or budget information is provided in the available documents. There is no mention of any incumbent contractors or current procurement environment details.