Chips for Canteen Resale - DOC-PE

The State of Louisiana, Office of State Procurement, is soliciting bids on behalf of the Department of Corrections – Prison Enterprises for chips to be sold in prison canteen operations, with bids due September 15, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Central Standard Time under ITB 3000026642.

The scope calls for Chili Cheese Corn Chips branded by Frito Lay in 2-ounce bags, 64 bags per case, with an estimated quantity of 6,500 cases. Vendors may bid on equivalent products if descriptive information is submitted; otherwise bids must conform to exact specifications. Delivery is required within 7 to 10 days after receipt of order on a called-for basis, with pricing quoted F.O.B. Destination and inclusive of all delivery charges. The state will pay vendors within 30 days of properly executed invoice or delivery, whichever is later.

This is a blanket order contract with an initial period from award through December 31, 2026, renewable for two additional 12-month periods at the same prices, terms, and conditions, for a maximum duration of 36 months. The blanket order does not guarantee any quantity. Bid prices must remain firm for a minimum of 30 days and, if accepted, for the entire contractual period.

All vendors must be registered in the LaGov system to submit online bids through the LaPac platform. Newly registered vendors must submit a W-9 form. Bids for $25,000 or more require certification of no federal suspension or debarment. Corporations and limited liability companies must be registered and in good standing with the Louisiana Secretary of State for contracts exceeding $25,000. The state reserves the right to award to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, reject individual line items or all vendors, and terminate the contract for convenience with 30 days' written notice or immediately for cause.