Cereal, Farina and 7-9 Grain

The Oregon Department of Corrections (ODOC) Purchasing/Contracts Division has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for the procurement of Cereal, Farina, and 7-9 Grain products for Marion County. This solicitation seeks detailed product proposals for specific cereal and grain items, with bidders required to submit comprehensive documentation including nutritional facts, ingredient lists, and product pictures. The bid is due by August 9, 2021, at 9:00 AM PST, with ODOC reserving the right to award one or more contracts based on the lowest responsive and responsible bidder per line item or group of items. Evaluation criteria will include pricing, product quality, compliance with specifications, and adherence to submission requirements. Bidders must provide per-unit pricing and understand that rejected or non-compliant goods must be removed from ODOC premises within 72 hours at the contractor's expense. The contract start date will be determined upon award, and all submissions must meet the detailed technical specifications outlined in the ITB document.

The procurement includes a notable 5% preference for Oregon-made goods and bidders headquartered in Oregon, which may provide a competitive advantage for local vendors. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the ITB suggests a potentially significant contract for institutional food service procurement. The solicitation appears to be open to various vendors that can meet the stringent product and delivery requirements, with no explicit set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises mentioned. Standard state contract terms and conditions will apply, including specific requirements for delivery, packaging, labeling, and product quality. Potential bidders should carefully review all technical specifications and ensure complete compliance with ODOC's detailed product requirements, including precise nutritional and ingredient specifications for the cereal and grain products being sought.