The Louisiana Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking a Blanket Order Contract for Coca-Cola branded canned drinks for the Louisiana State Penitentiary (LSP) Canteen through Solicitation RFx Number 3000024981. The procurement is specifically for a range of canned beverages including Coca Cola Classic, Diet Coke, Root Beer, Dr. Pepper, and Sprite, to be packaged in 24-can cases with a total estimated quantity of 40,720 cases. The contract will be effective from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, with options to renew for two additional 12-month periods, not exceeding a total of 36 months. Vendors must commit to a minimum order quantity of 5 cases and provide delivery within 2 days after receipt of order. A critical component of the contract requires the successful bidder to supply and maintain beverage refrigerators at no additional cost, including 5 single-door units with 34-case capacity and 5 double/triple door units with 55-case capacity. The bid is due by June 24, 2025, and will be awarded to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder meeting all specifications, with the state reserving the right to reject individual line items. The solicitation includes several potential preference provisions for Louisiana-based businesses, specifically those with at least 50% Louisiana resident workforce. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly noted, the contract includes guidelines for Louisiana product and manufacturing preferences. Vendors must comply with various state and federal regulations, including civil rights laws and ADA accessibility requirements. Payment will be processed electronically, with the state intending to use LaCarte procurement cards for purchases under $5,000 and Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for larger transactions. The contract is geographically focused on Webster Parish and Baton Rouge City jurisdictions, with deliveries accepted Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 2:00 pm, excluding holidays. While a specific budget range is not detailed, the estimated total case quantity of 40,720 suggests a substantial procurement value. No incumbent vendor information is provided in the available documentation, and bidders must strictly adhere to the specified brand names and models for the canned drink products.
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3000024981.pdf | 122KB | 6/10/25 | ||
Attachment A - Special Terms and Conditions - Pages 1-10.pdf | 230KB | 6/10/25 | ||
Attachment B - Online Bidding Instructions - Pages 1-10.pdf | 1MB | 6/10/25 |