The Oregon Department of Corrections (ODOC) Purchasing/Contracts Division is seeking bids for Cereal, 7-9 Grain through an Invitation to Bid (ITB) posted on July 17, 2024, with proposals due by July 31, 2024, at 9:00 AM PST. The procurement involves purchasing approximately 40,000 pounds of multi-grain cereal, to be delivered to the ODOC Central Distribution Center in Salem, Oregon. Bidders must provide detailed product specifications, including multi-grain composition, quick cooking properties, and comprehensive nutritional information. The ITB requires potential vendors to submit product samples upon request and meet strict quality standards for the cereal. ODOC will evaluate bids based on responsiveness, responsibility, and lowest price per line item, with the potential to award one or more contracts. The contract term will commence on a date to be determined by the department.

The solicitation includes preferential considerations for Oregon-based businesses, with a 5% preference for Oregon-manufactured or processed goods and an additional 5% preference for resident Oregon businesses. These preferences may provide a competitive advantage to local vendors. While no specific disadvantaged enterprise set-asides are explicitly mentioned, the ITB suggests a goal of supporting local economic interests. The procurement does not indicate any incumbent vendors or require integration with existing technology infrastructure. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed, the estimated procurement volume of 40,000 pounds suggests a significant contract value. Interested bidders must carefully review the detailed specifications, pricing requirements, and packaging guidelines outlined in the ITB to ensure compliance and maximize their potential for contract award.

File	Type	Posted
Cereal 7-9.docx	DOCX document	Jul 17, 2024
00011002 ITB~2.docx	DOCX document	Jul 17, 2024

Cereal, 7-9 Grain

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