ER234R7012 - Meat Items for MO Dept of Corrections Canteen Resale

The Missouri Department of Corrections is requesting bids for meat items for resale in offender canteens at Central and Eastern Region commodity warehouses under IFB ER234R7012, with bids due November 18, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. via electronic submission through MissouriBUYS Powered by MOVERS.

The scope comprises three line items: pouched chunk light tuna in water (4,420 cases), seasoned beef crumbles in pouches (5,214 cases), and Hormel Spam Singles in pouches (4,321 cases). All items must be shelf-stable, individually bar-coded for retail resale, fresh and of retail quality with expiration or freshness dates of at least six months from acceptance. No re-labeled or pre-priced merchandise is accepted. Alternate bids are permitted for Lines 1 and 2 but not Line 3. Deliveries must be FOB Destination with freight prepaid, on shrink-wrapped pallets no higher than 5 feet, with unloading included. Initial delivery must occur within 15 business days of purchase order receipt, with subsequent deliveries within 10 business days.

The estimated annual sales volume is $521,823. The contract runs from award date through November 19, 2027, with no renewal options. All pricing must be firm and fixed for the first six months; thereafter, vendors may request price adjustments only if documented costs increase by 5% or more, subject to Department approval and manufacturer certification. The Department will not negotiate pricing. Payment terms are net 45 days. Price is the sole evaluation criterion.

Vendors must achieve "Approved" registration status in MissouriBUYS and comply with all state business registration, tax compliance, and statutory requirements prior to award. The Department maintains the right to reject defective or non-compliant products at the vendor's expense, terminate for convenience with 30 days' notice, or cancel for breach if not cured within 10 business days of notification. No pre-bid conference or facility tour is scheduled. Inquiries should be directed to Lisa Graham, Procurement Specialist, at (573) 526-6611 or Lisa.Graham@doc.mo.gov.