Disposable Bowls, 8 oz, HIGH HEAT - RETHERMALIZATION

This is a state contracting opportunity from the State of Maryland's Spring Grove Hospital Center for the procurement of 400,000 disposable, high-heat 8-ounce rectangular bowls for rethermalization cooking. The bowls must be able to withstand temperatures up to 300 degrees Fahrenheit and be made of polypropylene with natural additives, with NSF certification, FDA approval, and microwave-safe capabilities. Bidders must provide a sample of their product prior to the bid closing date of January 17, 2020. The 400,000 bowls are to be delivered in monthly intervals throughout 2020, with specific quantity and delivery dates detailed in the solicitation. The total bid price will include the cost of the 400 cases of bowls and the associated shipping/freight charges.

The solicitation does not indicate any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. There is also no information provided about incumbent vendors or current contractors, or any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The total budget or award value for this contract is not specified in the available documentation.