Dry Pinto Beans

The Missouri Department of Corrections (DOC) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB931CR18108) for the procurement of dry pinto beans to be resold across twenty-two correctional institutions statewide. The solicitation seeks competitive bids from vendors to supply 16 oz. packages of dried pinto beans on an as-needed basis, with delivery required FOB Destination to multiple correctional facilities. The bid period opened on May 11, 2018, at 5:30 PM GMT and closed on June 07, 2018, at 8:00 PM GMT, with sealed hard-copy bids to be submitted to the DOC Purchasing Section at 2729 Plaza Drive or P.O. Box 236 in Jefferson City, Missouri. Vendors must complete and sign the IFB cover page, Exhibit A Pricing Page, and any other applicable exhibits as part of their submission. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with payment terms set at Net 30 days and an option to renew for additional one-year periods. Vendors are required to provide pricing for the initial contract period and specify a percentage increase for potential renewal periods, which must be calculated against the original contract price.

The IFB does not indicate any specific set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise requirements, or restrictions on vendor participation. The solicitation appears to be open to all vendors without preference or limitation. No incumbent vendors or existing contractors are mentioned in the documentation. While the estimated total contract value is not specified, the contract will cover the procurement of dry pinto beans for twenty-two correctional institutions across multiple jurisdictions, including Clark County and Jefferson City. The procurement does not reference any specific infrastructure or technology integration requirements. The point of contact for any questions regarding the solicitation is Diana Fredrick, who can be reached at 573-526-0591 or Diana.fredrick@doc.mo.gov. The contract will provide for the ongoing supply of dry pinto beans to the Missouri Department of Corrections, with the potential for renewal based on performance and pricing.