Cheeses 3rd qtr 2022 SMRC

The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, specifically the South Mountain Restoration Center located in Franklin County, is soliciting electronic bids for cheese food products for the third quarter of 2022. The procurement opportunity (ID: 66c5d32902b5f9c9160ed16d) is focused on obtaining specific cheese products from a pre-approved list of acceptable brands, with strict requirements for meeting specified pack sizes and product codes. Bidders must submit their proposals electronically by May 27, 2022, at 10:00 AM, with late submissions being automatically disqualified. The contract term will span three months, from July 1, 2022, to September 30, 2022, with award determination based on lowest price per line item or potentially lowest overall price. Vendors must be prepared to adhere to precise delivery dates aligned with facility storage capabilities, and understand that quantities may be adjusted at the Dietary Director's discretion to meet consumer needs.

While the solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or preferences for disadvantaged enterprises, potential bidders should carefully review the complete specification sheet for any additional qualifying requirements. The procurement is specifically for food products, suggesting potential opportunities for food suppliers and distributors. No information is provided about incumbent vendors or existing technological infrastructure requirements. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed, the three-month contract duration and focus on cheese products indicates a moderate-value procurement opportunity. Vendors interested in participating must ensure full compliance with the specified bid submission guidelines and product specifications to avoid being deemed non-responsive.