Bulk Flour (IFB #RW1511023)

The California Prison Industry Authority (CALPIA) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB #RW1511023) for bulk whole wheat flour to support its Bakery Enterprise located at the R.J. Donovan Correctional Facility in San Diego, California. The procurement seeks approximately 2,600,000 pounds of whole wheat flour to be delivered over a one-year contract term, with weekly deliveries of approximately 50,000 pounds. Specific flour requirements include protein levels between 13.4% to 14.0%, milled from U.S. No. 2 grade or better Hard Red Winter, Dark Northern Spring, or White wheat. Delivery windows are restricted to Monday through Friday, between 7:00 AM and 12:00 noon, excluding weekends and holidays. The bid evaluation will be conducted on a "Best Value" basis, considering cost, performance, and vendor experience. Bids are due by April 11, 2016, at 3:00 PM, and must be submitted to CALPIA's office in Folsom, CA. Prior to contract award, bidders may be required to provide six 100-pound sample bags for trial testing within ten calendar days of notification.

The solicitation does not include specific set-aside designations or preferences for small businesses, disabled veteran-owned businesses (DVBE), or other enterprise zones. All pricing must be F.O.B. Destination and quoted using CALPIA's prescribed cost sheet. The contract term is one year, with potential extension possible by mutual agreement. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the annual flour requirement of 2,600,000 pounds suggests a substantial procurement opportunity. Potential bidders must complete several mandatory documents, including the State of California Payee Data Record (STD. 204) form and comply with the detailed General Provisions outlined in the solicitation documents. Bidders will need to demonstrate compliance with various state and federal regulations, maintain appropriate insurance coverage (minimum $1,000,000 for bodily injury and property damage), and adhere to the comprehensive contractual requirements specified in the procurement documents.