Beef Products

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of General Services is seeking sealed bids for beef products to be delivered to the State Correctional Institution (SCI) in Dallas, located in Hunlock Creek. The procurement opportunity involves four specific line items: beef top round, beef wafer steaks, beef salisbury steaks, and Italian beef sausages, with total quantities ranging from 300 to 1,500 pounds. The solicitation requires vendors to provide detailed product specifications and meet strict packaging requirements. Bids are due by September 10, 2013, at 1:00 PM, with planned delivery dates of October 1, November 1, and December 2, 2013. The Request for Quotation (RFQ) includes comprehensive terms and conditions, and vendors must comply with specific security clearance protocols and documentation requirements.

The procurement opportunity includes provisions for minority and women-owned businesses, encouraging such enterprises to participate in the bidding process. Vendors must be registered in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and willing to adhere to the state's "Right to Know Law" and Reciprocal Limitations Act. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the contract covers multiple beef product categories across three delivery periods. Potential bidders must demonstrate compliance with security clearance requirements for their organization and any subcontractors. The solicitation suggests a preference for local or Pennsylvania-based vendors, though this is not explicitly mandated. All purchases resulting from this RFQ will be subject to standard Commonwealth procurement terms and conditions, indicating a structured and regulated procurement process.