Fresh Produce - Request for Quote

The Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) is issuing a Documented Quote (DQ 2026000491) for fresh produce supplies to support seven correctional facility locations: Buena Vista Correctional Complex, Arkansas Valley Correctional Facility, Central Warehouse, Sterling Correctional Facility, Denver Women's Correctional Facility, Denver Reception & Diagnostic Center, and Limon Correctional Facility. The procurement solicits fresh produce meeting USDA Grade A standards or equivalent, with specifications emphasizing product freshness, proper handling and storage during transport, food safety compliance, and product traceability. Bidders must provide per-unit pricing for all produce items listed in the price proposal form and demonstrate capability to meet specified delivery schedules and quality parameters. The primary evaluation criterion is price/cost, with secondary considerations including sample quality and lead time for delivery. Critical deadlines include written inquiries due by May 22, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. MST, bidder inquiry responses estimated by May 26, 2026, and quote submission deadline of May 27, 2026 at 12:30 p.m. MST. The anticipated contract term covers ordered quantities delivered in the week following the award date, with no renewal options.

There are no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise restrictions noted in the procurement documents. Bidders must be registered with BidNet Direct to submit responses and must comply with all submission requirements, including completion of required exhibits (Statement of Work, Required Bidder Information, W-9 form, Price Quote, Contract Performance Outside the US or Colorado statement, and Non-Conflict of Interest certification). All awarded bidders are required to complete enhanced criminal background investigations within 30 days and provide proof of good standing with the Colorado Secretary of State and insurance certification prior to purchase order execution. Insurance requirements include workers' compensation, commercial general liability coverage of $1,000,000 per occurrence, and automobile liability insurance of $1,000,000 combined single limit, with all policies provided by A.M. Best-rated companies. No specific award value or budget range is disclosed in the procurement documents, indicating this is a requirements-based contract with pricing determined through competitive bidding. No incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure integration requirements are identified in the solicitation materials.