French Toast Sticks - DOC

The State of Missouri Department of Corrections is seeking an Invitation for Bid (IFBC) for 150,000 pounds of French Toast Sticks through solicitation number IFBC30034901801445. The procurement is for individually quick frozen (IQF) French toast sticks with specific product requirements, including a weight range of 0.85 to 1.0 ounces per stick, a minimum of 5 grams of protein per serving, and a minimum 12-month shelf life. Delivery will be made to two Missouri Department of Corrections commodity warehouses: the Central Region Commodity Warehouse in Jefferson City and the Eastern Region Commodity Warehouse in Bonne Terre. The initial contract period runs from the date of award through six months, with potential for two additional one-year renewal periods. The bid solicitation was open from January 3, 2018, to January 19, 2018, with responses due by 2:00 PM CST on January 19. Vendors were required to submit pricing for the initial contract period and two potential renewal periods, with a preferred packaging specification of 20 pounds per case. Submission methods included electronic submission through the MissouriBUYS system or hard copy to the Division of Purchasing.

The solicitation does not indicate any specific set-aside requirements or restrictions on bidding organizations. No incumbent vendor information was provided in the documentation, and there were no apparent limitations on which entities could submit a bid. The solicitation covers jurisdictions including Cole County, St. Charles County, and Jefferson City, with a statewide scope. Payment terms are set at Net 45 days, with delivery terms specified as Free On Board Destination. While the total contract value was not explicitly stated, the initial procurement quantity of 150,000 pounds suggests a significant volume commitment. The bid allows for vendors to propose pricing for the initial contract period and two potential renewal periods, providing flexibility in long-term pricing strategies. Electronic and hard copy submission options were provided to accommodate different vendor preferences, and the solicitation required vendors to complete and submit multiple exhibits, including pricing pages and other required documentation.