chicken leg quarters

The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections, specifically for SCI Retreat in Hunlock Creek, located in Luzerne County and Dale Borough, is seeking to procure 4,000 pounds of chicken leg quarters for the month of August 2013. The procurement is structured as an Invitation for Bid (IFB) with specific detailed requirements for the chicken product. The chicken leg quarters must meet stringent USDA inspection standards, maintain specific grade qualifications, and adhere to sodium content guidelines. Vendors must provide chicken leg quarters packaged according to the specifications outlined in the bid document, with the understanding that the Food Service Manager retains discretion to adjust the final quantity. The bid submission deadline is July 18, 2013, at 2:00 pm, with a planned delivery date of August 1, 2013. Potential bidders must comply with standard terms and conditions, including provisions related to the Right to Know Law and security clearance requirements.

The solicitation encourages participation from minority and women-owned businesses, requesting vendors indicate their status and registration within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly stated, the bid documents suggest a preference for diverse vendor participation. The procurement appears to be open to qualified vendors who can meet the technical specifications and regulatory requirements. No specific budget range or award value is detailed in the available documentation, though the procurement is for 4,000 pounds of chicken leg quarters. Vendors must complete the Reciprocal Limitations Act Requirements Form and demonstrate compliance with all specified procurement guidelines. The contract appears to be a straightforward food product procurement for a corrections facility, with standard governmental procurement protocols in place.