Frozen Onions - Missouri Department of Corrections

The Missouri Department of Corrections has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFBC30034901800012) for the procurement of frozen diced onions, targeting a total estimated quantity of 59,400 pounds. The solicitation covers a contract period from August 17, 2017, through February 17, 2018, with potential for two additional one-year renewal periods. The diced onions must be 3/8-inch in size (with +/- 1/8-inch tolerance), packaged in 30-pound cases, with Butterball listed as the brand reference or an equivalent product. Delivery will be required to two specific locations: the Central Region Commodity Warehouse in Jefferson City and the Eastern Region Commodity Warehouse in Bonne Terre, Missouri. The bid submission period was open from July 5, 2017, through July 18, 2017, at 3:00 PM CDT, with vendors required to submit their responses electronically through the MissouriBUYS system or via hard copy to the Division of Purchasing. Evaluation will likely focus on pricing, with payment terms set at Net 45 days and delivery specified as Free On Board Destination.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation were mentioned in the solicitation documents. The procurement appears to be open to all vendors, with no indication of preferences for disadvantaged enterprises or small businesses. No incumbent vendor information was provided, and there were no details about existing infrastructure or technology integration requirements. While the total contract value was not explicitly stated, the estimated quantity of 59,400 pounds of frozen diced onions suggests a significant procurement volume. Vendors were required to provide pricing for the initial contract period and maximum unit prices for two potential renewal periods, indicating the state's interest in establishing a longer-term supply agreement. The solicitation emphasized the need for vendors to complete all required exhibits, including Exhibit A and pricing pages, to ensure a comprehensive and responsive bid submission.