Fresh Eggs -Request for Quote

The Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) is issuing a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the procurement of fresh eggs to support food service operations across multiple correctional facilities in Garfield County, Colorado. The solicitation number is CAAA 2026000342, with quotes due by March 12, 2026. Vendors must supply fresh eggs to six facilities (AVCF, BVCC, CCCW, DWCF, LCF, and SCF) with a delivery requirement of 240 cases of 30-dozen eggs for the delivery week of March 16-26, 2026, or alternatively 480 cases of 15-dozen eggs depending on proposed pack size. Bidders must complete and submit all required exhibits through bidnetdirect.com, including Required Vendor Information (Exhibit B), W-9 tax documentation (Exhibit C), a completed Price Proposal form (Exhibit D) specifying brand name and unit cost per case, a Vendor Disclosure Statement (Exhibit E), and acknowledgment of terms and conditions. Vendors must specify their preferred freight arrangement from four FOB options and provide estimated delivery dates and shipping charges. All submissions must include signed certifications regarding non-conflict of interest and confirmation that quoted pricing remains firm for the contract duration.

The RFQ does not specify set-aside designations or restrictions limiting participation to particular vendor classes based on disadvantaged enterprise status. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the procurement documents. Vendors must comply with standard State of Colorado contractual requirements, including maintenance of appropriate insurance coverage (workers' compensation if employing non-owners, general liability with minimum $1,000,000 per occurrence, and automobile liability if vehicles access state property), submission of certificates of insurance within seven business days of contract award, and adherence to all Purchase Order Terms and Conditions outlined in Exhibit F. The state will pay vendors within 45 days of receipt and acceptance of goods and correct invoices, and is exempt from all federal excise taxes and state and local sales and use taxes. While specific budget allocations or award values are not disclosed in the available documentation, the procurement structure as a commodity food service supply contract for institutional operations suggests award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specification and compliance requirements.