Assorted Spices

The Missouri Department of Corrections is seeking an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for assorted ground spices to be delivered to its Central and Eastern Region Commodity Warehouses located in Jefferson City and Bonne Terre, Missouri. The solicitation (IFB931Y18709173) covers 14 specific spice items including basil, oregano, paprika, cayenne pepper, thyme, ginger, onion powder, chili powder, cinnamon, garlic powder, cumin, poultry seasoning, curry, and ground mustard. Precise quantities range from 120 to 8,690 pounds per item, totaling approximately 20,470 pounds of spices. Vendors must bid only on pre-approved brand names, which include IPS, MJ Kellner, Majestic Spice, Benjamin Foods, Tova, Sauer, Assiago Classico, and Gold Medal. All spices must be pure ground with no fillers or extenders and packaged in either 1-pound or 5-pound sizes as specified for each item. The bid period is from January 3, 2018 to January 17, 2018, with bids due by 2:00 PM CST on January 17, 2018, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

The solicitation does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation, indicating the bid is open to all qualified vendors. The contract will have an initial one-year term with two optional one-year renewal periods, requiring firm fixed pricing for the initial term and each renewal period. Payment terms are Net 45 days, with delivery required as Free on Board (FOB) Destination. Vendors can submit bids either electronically through the MissouriBUYS system or as hard copies directly to the Missouri Department of Corrections Purchasing Section. While no specific budget range is provided, the total estimated contract value can be approximated by multiplying the specified quantities by the per-pound pricing. The solicitation documents do not mention any incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure requirements, suggesting a straightforward procurement process focused solely on the specified spice products.