Beverage bag-n-box

The state of Pennsylvania, specifically targeting Northampton County, Westmoreland County, and West Alexander CDP, is seeking a vendor to supply Bag-N-Box (BIB) Beverages with a comprehensive dispensing system. The procurement focuses on acquiring juice and beverage base concentrates packaged in three and five-gallon bag-in-box containers. The selected vendor will be required to supply, install, and maintain beverage dispensers at no additional cost for the contract period of July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2016. The contract opportunity, identified by the State Local Contract Opportunity ID 66d5e003323913d9c80aba24, was posted on June 3, 2015, with a proposal due date of June 10, 2015. Potential vendors must be capable of providing a complete beverage solution, including both the concentrated product and the necessary dispensing equipment, ensuring seamless integration and functionality throughout the specified jurisdictions.

The procurement documents do not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent organizations. No information is provided about incumbent vendors, current contractors, or specific infrastructure requirements for integration. Additionally, the contract opportunity does not outline a specific award value or budget range for the proposed beverage and dispensing system procurement. The brief description suggests that the primary evaluation criteria will likely focus on the vendor's ability to provide high-quality beverage concentrates, reliable dispensing equipment, and comprehensive installation and maintenance services. The narrow timeframe between the posting date and the proposal due date indicates an expedited procurement process, which may require vendors to respond quickly and efficiently to the county's beverage service needs.