Fresh Carrots

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is seeking bids from qualified vendors to furnish and deliver approximately 550,000 pounds of fresh carrots across 11 truckloads for its Cannery in Tillery, NC. The Invitation for Bids (IFB) outlines detailed product specifications, including varietal characteristics, size, delivery requirements, and quality standards. Pricing must be provided on a "Firm Fixed Price" basis, with all costs included. The delivery is scheduled to begin in February 2025 and continue until all loads are completed as directed by the Cannery Plant Manager. Bids are due on October 10, 2024 at 2:00 PM ET, and the intent is to award a single Agency Contract.

The State of North Carolina encourages Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB) participation and requires vendors to provide information on any HUB subcontractors. Additionally, the vendor must certify its financial stability and compliance with various state requirements. While no incumbent vendor or current contractor is specified, the budget range for this procurement is not provided. The State may consider past performance and integration with existing infrastructure as part of the evaluation criteria, but the specific details are not included in the IFB.