Food Items for CDC Warehouse

The State of Iowa has issued a Request for Bids (RFB Number 005-RFB-2353-2026) for food items to be delivered to the Central Distribution Center (CDC) Warehouse located in Woodward, Iowa. The procurement seeks bids for thirteen specific product line items, including frozen and canned goods with precise quantity requirements: 20,000 lbs of ground beef, 12,000 lbs of breaded chicken strips, frozen vegetables, canned fruits and vegetables, instant potato granules, frozen bagels, margarine, and hash browns. The solicitation requires a single shipment delivery to the warehouse at 1251 334th Street, Woodward, Iowa 50276, during warehouse hours of 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM on a first-come, first-served basis. The bid opens on December 9, 2025, at 1:00 PM CST and closes on December 22, 2025, at 1:00 PM CST, with bids remaining sealed until the close date. Bidders must comply with specific delivery and payment terms, including FOB Destination with freight prepaid and a sixty-day payment period per Iowa Code 8A.514, with all products subject to inspection upon delivery and potential refusal if non-conforming.

The solicitation does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. No information is provided about incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure requirements. Bidders must complete all required certifications, including the Terminations, Litigation and Debarment document, provide contact information, and declare resident preference. The contract term begins after a five-day appeal period following the Notice of Intent to Award and may be extended at the sole discretion of the Lead Agency. The primary contact for questions is Randy Bennett (randy.bennett@iowa.gov, 515-322-1210), who can provide additional clarification about the procurement. While no specific award value or budget range is detailed in the document, the comprehensive list of food items suggests a significant procurement for the state's distribution center. Potential bidders should carefully review all specifications and ensure complete compliance with the stated requirements to be considered for the contract.