Disposable & Compostable Food Service Products

This is an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract issued by the State of Maryland Department of General Services Office of State Procurement to obtain a source of supply for Disposable & Compostable Food Service Products at a firm fixed price. The contract has an anticipated term of June 1, 2021 through May 31, 2024, with a detailed list of 98 product specifications covering food service containers, utensils, cups, lids, bags, and other related items. Bidders must submit pricing on an Excel spreadsheet and provide product samples for testing. The contract will be awarded by line item to the responsive and responsible bidder(s) offering the lowest price. The bid deadline is March 5, 2021, and a pre-bid conference was held on January 27, 2021 with attendance being required unless a waiver is granted.

This contract has a 5% Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) participation goal, with no sub-goals. Only MDOT-certified firms can be utilized to meet the MBE goal. The contract is limited to the State of Maryland, with the Department of Health and Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services identified as the primary users historically. No incumbent vendors or contract values are provided in the documents. The contract allows for other state and local government entities, as well as certain non-profit organizations, to purchase from the awarded contract.