February Meats

The State of Missouri, specifically the Department of Corrections, has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFBC) numbered IFBC30034902101025 for February Meats, seeking to procure various food products for multiple correctional facilities across the state. The solicitation requests bids for specific food items including coarse chopped pork (IMPS 1495), liquid scrambled egg mix, colored oleomargarine, and grated parmesan cheese, with precise quantities ranging from 30 to 9,300 pounds per facility. The contract period runs from the date of award through February 28, 2021, with bids due on January 4, 2021 at 2:00 PM CST. Vendors must submit their pricing using a downloadable spreadsheet through the MissouriBUYS system and complete mandatory exhibits including Exhibits A, B, and F. Product specifications are stringent, requiring USDA certification, specific packaging standards, and detailed brand and product number information, with delivery terms set as Free On Board Destination to various Missouri Department of Corrections locations. Evaluation will be based on the lowest responsive and responsible bid meeting all specified requirements.

The solicitation does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions limiting vendor participation, indicating that all vendors capable of meeting the detailed specifications are eligible to bid. No incumbent vendor information is provided, and there are no apparent preferences for disadvantaged business enterprises. The total estimated value of the contract is not explicitly stated, though the aggregate quantities suggest a significant procurement across multiple facilities, with total estimated volumes including approximately 12,400 pounds of coarse chopped pork, 60,510 pounds of liquid scrambled egg mix, 20,710 pounds of oleomargarine in 1-lb wraps, 21,550 pounds of bulk margarine, and 230 pounds of grated parmesan cheese. Payment terms are set at Net 45 days, and vendors must adhere to strict product specifications, including USDA inspection requirements and specific packaging standards. The solicitation provides contact information for Melissa Sackett in the Division of Purchasing for any potential vendor inquiries.