Fresh Eggs - Request for Quote

The Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) is soliciting bids through a Documented Quote (DQ 2026000483) for the supply of fresh eggs to support correctional facility kitchens at three locations: Arkansas Valley Correctional Facility in Crowley, Buena Vista Correctional Complex in Buena Vista, and Sterling Correctional Facility in Sterling, Colorado. The procurement seeks U.S. Grade A fresh eggs in medium or large loose pack configuration, available in cases of either 15 or 30 dozen, brown or white in color, USDA inspected and stamped/dated no more than 17 days prior to delivery, with a total order of 90 cases of 30-dozen eggs (or equivalent 180 cases if 15-dozen packs are selected) to be delivered during the week of May 26-29, 2026. All eggs must arrive at no more than 45 degrees Fahrenheit, be properly labeled with identity and origin information, and meet current United States Department of Agriculture standards. Pricing must be all-inclusive and firm during the purchase order term, with bidders accounting for all shipping costs and delivery on an F.O.B. Destination basis; no additional shipping charges, surcharges, or taxes will be paid beyond the quoted price. The evaluation criteria prioritize price as the primary consideration, with sample quality and lead time for delivery as secondary factors. Written inquiries are due by May 18, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. MST, quote submissions are due by May 21, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. MST via bidnetdirect.com/cdoc, and notice of intent to award and purchase order execution are both estimated for May 21, 2026, with the purchase order term commencing immediately upon award for the ordered quantities.

There are no designated set-asides or restrictions limiting responses to specific organization types or disadvantaged enterprises. All bidders must be registered with Bidnet Direct prior to submission, obtain proof of good standing with the Colorado Secretary of State, and provide an insurance certificate documenting required coverage including Workers Compensation and Employer's Liability Insurance, Commercial General Liability Insurance with minimum limits of $1,000,000 per occurrence, and Automobile Liability Insurance with $1,000,000 combined single limit, with all insurance provided by companies holding an A.M. Best rating of "A" or better. Awarded contractors must complete a CDOC Enhanced Criminal Background Investigation within 30 days of notification, comply with facility security provisions, and sign a Consent to Search Authorization form; additionally, all contractor personnel accessing CDOC facilities must adhere to restrictions on cell phones, cameras, weapons, tobacco, and other contraband. No incumbent vendors or existing contractors are identified in the solicitation materials. The specific budget or award value is not disclosed in the solicitation documents; however, pricing will be determined based on the per-case unit costs submitted by vendors multiplied by the total quantity of 90 cases (or 180 cases if 15-dozen packs are selected), with the CDOC exempt from federal excise taxes and state and local government use taxes.