Frozen Onions - Department of Corrections

The State of Missouri Department of Corrections is soliciting bids for an Invitation for Bid (IFBC) to procure 200,000 pounds of frozen diced onions through solicitation number IFBC30034901902368. The procurement seeks 3/8" diced frozen onions (with +/- 1/8" variance), packaged in 30-pound cases and requiring a 12-month shelf life. Delivery will be made to two specific locations: the Central Region Commodity Warehouse in Jefferson City and the Eastern Region Commodity Warehouse in Bonne Terre. The initial contract period runs six months from the date of award, with options for two additional three-month renewal periods. Vendors must submit detailed specifications including brand information, exact dicing size, and packaging details, with Dickinson Frozen Foods listed as the reference brand or equivalent. The bid submission period is from April 24, 2019, at 5:00 PM CDT to May 7, 2019, at 3:00 PM CDT, with bids to be submitted either electronically through the MissouriBUYS system or as a hard copy to the Division of Purchasing. Evaluation will focus on pricing, with the contract awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

The solicitation does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on bidding organizations, making the procurement open to all qualified vendors. No incumbent vendor information is provided, and there are no indications of specific enterprise or disadvantaged business requirements. Payment terms are net 45 days, with delivery terms specified as Free On Board Destination. While the exact budget or award value is not explicitly stated, the procurement involves 200,000 pounds of frozen onions with pricing to be submitted per pound. Vendors are required to complete and submit multiple exhibits, including Exhibit B and Exhibit F, and provide maximum pricing for both the initial contract period and the two potential three-month renewal periods. The lack of specified funding sources suggests this is a standard procurement within the Department of Corrections' existing budget allocations.