Eukanuba Premium Performance Sporting and Hunting Dog Food for K-9 Officers

The Utah Department of Corrections initiated a state procurement for Eukanuba Premium Performance Sporting and Hunting Dog Food for K-9 Officers through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) with solicitation number CT21-28. The procurement specifically seeks 29 lb bags of specialized dog food for law enforcement canine units, with strict requirements for product specification and delivery. The bid was posted on September 16, 2020, with a closing deadline of September 24, 2020, at 2:00 PM Mountain Time. Bidders were required to submit proposals through the Utah Public Procurement Place platform, following specific submission procedures including clicking the "submit" button to ensure bid consideration. Evaluation criteria centered on selecting the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with the contract structured for a five-year term. Key prerequisites for bidders included maintaining applicable federal, state, and local licenses and providing confirmation of no financial ties to entities on OFAC sanctions lists. The commodity was classified under code 10120 for animal feed, bedding, vitamins, and supplements.

The procurement did not explicitly outline set-aside designations or specific restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Legend & White Animal Health Corporation was ultimately awarded the contract on September 28, 2020. The contract specifications required the awarded vendor to include all shipping, storage, handling, and delivery costs, with transportation and handling charges to be paid by the contractor. The bid prohibited alternative product submissions, ensuring strict adherence to the Eukanuba Premium Performance Sporting and Hunting Dog Food specification. While specific budget ranges were not detailed in the available documentation, the procurement was structured to support the Utah Department of Corrections' K-9 unit nutritional needs. The F.O.B. destination requirement indicated that the vendor would be responsible for all logistical aspects of product delivery. The procurement process utilized the state's standard competitive bidding methodology to ensure fair and transparent vendor selection.