C-Store Pizza Shoppe Program

The Missouri Department of Social Services, Family Support Division, Rehabilitation Services for the Blind (RSB) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) DSS20007 seeking a comprehensive C-Store Pizza Shoppe Program for three established Business Enterprise Program (BEP) locations. The procurement is a turnkey solution requiring a complete pizza program including franchise operations, vendor branding, advertising materials, equipment installation, training, and food product distribution support. Specific equipment requirements include a multipurpose pizza oven (7-3/4"H x 18"W x 15"D), a pizza warming cabinet with rotating shelves, and 28-inch digital menu boards. The solicitation covers an original contract period from November 1, 2019 to December 16, 2019, with two additional one-year renewal options. Bid responses were due by December 16, 2019 at 2:00 PM CST, with specific requirements for vendors to complete and submit all applicable signed exhibits. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with pricing requested on a per-unit basis for the franchise program, pizza oven, and warming cabinet for the original term and each renewal option.

The solicitation is specifically designed for the Rehabilitation Services for the Blind and targets Business Enterprise Program locations operated by Blind Vending Managers, suggesting a strong focus on providing employment opportunities for visually impaired individuals. No specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondents were explicitly mentioned in the documentation. The procurement does not identify any incumbent vendors or require integration with existing infrastructure. Payment terms are set at Net 45 days with free on board destination delivery requirements. While the total estimated contract value is not provided, the solicitation indicates a comprehensive program involving three complete pizza shop setups, including franchise operations, ovens, warming cabinets, and supporting materials. The program aims to establish a robust pizza operation with vendor support for distributor setup, menu development, and ongoing operational assistance for blind entrepreneurs within the state's Business Enterprise Program.