Food Items for CDC Warehouse

The State of Iowa, specifically Winnebago County, has issued a Request for Bids (RFB) for food items to be delivered to the CDC Warehouse in Woodward, Iowa. The procurement seeks a comprehensive order of diverse food products including ground beef, frozen chicken leg quarters, cured ham, canned applesauce, various beans, canned fruits, pudding, cheese sauce, frozen vegetables, burritos, potato products, sugar, mustard, and white vinegar. The bid opens on October 3, 2025, at 1:00 PM CDT and closes on October 10, 2025, at 1:00 PM CDT, with a single delivery required to the Woodward Distribution Center located at 1251 334th St., Woodward, Iowa 50276. Warehouse receiving hours are from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM on a first-come, first-serve basis, with product quantities ranging from 4,000 to 20,000 pounds or cases. Bidders must comply with specific product specifications including grade, packaging, and origin requirements, with the State of Iowa mandating shipping as FOB Destination, Freight Prepaid, and allowing 60 days for invoice payment under Iowa Code 8A.514.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or restrictions for specific enterprise types. The contract is not exclusive and will be awarded in US Dollars, with a potential for annual extensions at the Lead Agency's discretion. The contract term will commence after a 5-day appeal period following the Notice of Intent to Award. While specific award values are not detailed in the documentation, the broad range of food products and quantities suggests a substantial procurement opportunity. The bid appears open to multiple vendors who can meet the stringent product specifications and delivery requirements. Prospective bidders should carefully review the complete bid documentation to ensure compliance with all technical and logistical specifications for this food item procurement.