Frozen & Processed Turkey FAU24-89-124

The State of California, Department of General Services, Procurement Division (DGS-PD) is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) to cover the state's requirements for Frozen & Processed Turkey. The resulting contract will be mandatory for all California state departments and have a term of two (2) years with two (2) one-year extension options. The IFB requests bids for various turkey products including roasts, rolls, ground turkey, turkey breast, bologna, ham, and pastrami, with estimated annual quantities ranging from 8,228 to 359,833 pounds per line item. Bidders must complete the provided Pricing Worksheet and meet technical specifications outlined in the bid documents. Bids are due by May 6, 2024, and the contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder(s) offering the lowest total evaluated price(s).

The IFB includes socioeconomic programs such as the Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) incentive and Small Business Preference. Bidders must provide various certifications and documents, including a Narrative Response, Seller's Permit, Manufacturer Agreement Letter, and Food Safety Certificates. The anticipated spend for the one-year base term is $1,704,118. The State may require product samples and reserves the right to conduct random sample compliance reviews after award. No details on incumbent contractors are provided in the solicitation documents.