CDOC Warehouse Fresh Produce Order

The Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) has issued a Documented Quote (DQ CAAA 2026000137) for a weekly fresh produce procurement spanning six correctional facilities, including Buena Vista Correctional Complex, Arkansas Valley Correctional Facility, Central Warehouse, Sterling Correctional Facility, Denver Women's Correctional Facility, Denver Reception & Diagnostic Center, and Limon Correctional Facility. The solicitation seeks comprehensive fresh produce delivery, requiring vendors to provide 30 different produce items including fruits and vegetables like apples, bananas, oranges, potatoes, bell peppers, carrots, and salad mix, with precise quantities specified for each facility. All produce must meet current United States Department of Agriculture standards, be properly labeled, and comply with strict quality requirements. The procurement timeline indicates a publication date of October 3rd, 2025, with quote submissions due by October 8th, 2025 at 12:30 PM, and an anticipated award date of October 8th, 2025 at 1:30 PM. Evaluation criteria will prioritize price as the primary factor, though vendor quality, delivery lead time, and sample product quality will also be considered. Vendors must submit comprehensive documentation including Exhibits B, C, D, and E, and no produce substitutions will be accepted.

The solicitation includes a 5% quote price preference for Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), with a goal of awarding at least 3% of contract value to such businesses. Vendors must complete mandatory background checks for all personnel, comply with the Prison Rape Elimination Act, and adhere to strict security provisions for correctional facilities. Comprehensive insurance requirements mandate coverage including Workers' Compensation, General Liability, Automobile Liability, and Professional Liability, with most policies requiring $1,000,000 per occurrence. Vendors performing services outside Colorado must provide a written explanation justifying work location. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the procurement appears to be a weekly standing order for fresh produce across multiple correctional facilities. Vendors must be registered in Colorado Vendor Self Service and submit quotes through Bidnetdirect.com, with additional support available through the Statewide Equity Office of Supplier Diversity for technical assistance and document interpretation.