April Meats - Department of Corrections

The Missouri Department of Corrections has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFBC) solicitation number IFBC30034902101499 for April Meats, seeking various food products for multiple correctional facilities throughout the state. The procurement covers a comprehensive range of meat and food items, including 4 oz beef patties with textured vegetable protein product (TVPP), coarse chopped pork, liquid scrambled egg mix, colored oleomargarine, and grated Parmesan cheese. Specific quantities vary by facility, with requirements ranging from 360 pounds of beef patties for the Chillicothe Correctional Center to 10,500 pounds of liquid scrambled egg mix for the ERDCC-Bonne Terre facility. The solicitation requires vendors to submit detailed pricing through a mandatory spreadsheet on the MissouriBUYS system, along with completed Exhibits A, B, F, and other applicable documents. The bid was posted on March 11, 2021, with a submission deadline of March 25, 2021 at 2:00 PM CDT, and the contract period will run from the date of award through April 30, 2021. Vendors must provide specific product details, including brand names, product numbers, and meet rigorous USDA inspection and packaging requirements.

The solicitation does not indicate any specific set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation, appearing to be open to all qualified vendors. No incumbent vendor information is provided in the documentation, and there are no apparent limitations on business size or type that would prevent potential bidders from responding. The payment terms are set at Net 45 days, with delivery specified as Free On Board (FOB) Destination to various correctional facilities across Missouri. While the total estimated contract value is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the procurement suggests a significant monetary commitment, with individual line items ranging from 360 to 10,500 pounds across multiple product categories. The solicitation includes detailed technical specifications for each food item, including requirements for fat content, packaging, USDA certifications, and specific product characteristics, indicating a high standard for potential vendors. Vendors must carefully review all specifications and submit all required documentation through the MissouriBUYS system to be considered for award.