Frozen Fish - Department of Corrections

The State of Missouri Department of Corrections has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFBC30034902001959) for the procurement of approximately 160,000 pounds of frozen fish. The solicitation seeks Individual Quick Frozen (IQF) Alaskan White fish, including varieties such as whiting, pollock, halibut, sole, and cod. The fish must be whole muscle block, not minced, with a minimum of 60% fish flesh, and formed into 4-ounce portions. Specific requirements include being breaded, precooked in partially non-hydrogenated canola or soybean oils, and suitable for oven or deep fry preparation. The fish must be packaged in approximately 10-pound cases from a USDC Federal inspected seafood plant. The bid period runs from March 12, 2020, to April 2, 2020, at 3:00 PM CDT, with responses to be submitted electronically through MissouriBUYS or as hard copy to the Division of Purchasing. Delivery will be to two Missouri Department of Corrections warehouses: the Central Region Commodity Warehouse in Jefferson City and the Eastern Region Commodity Warehouse in Bonne Terre.

The solicitation does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. No incumbent vendor information is provided, and there are no apparent limitations on who can bid. The contract period is six months from the date of award, with options for two additional three-month renewal periods. Vendors must provide pricing for the initial contract period and maximum prices for the potential renewal periods. Payment terms are set at Net 45 days, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. While the total estimated value of the contract is not explicitly stated, the procurement involves 160,000 pounds of frozen fish with specific brand preferences (North Atlantic or equivalent). Vendors are required to complete and submit Exhibits A, B, F, and any other applicable exhibits as part of their bid response, demonstrating their ability to meet the detailed product specifications and delivery requirements.