Ground Beef

The Pennsylvania Department of General Services has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for ground beef procurement for the State Correctional Institution (SCI) Retreat located in Dallas, Pennsylvania. The solicitation seeks 12,000 pounds of ground beef and 2,000 pounds of ground beef patties, to be delivered in three specific installments on January 3, 2012, February 6, 2012, and March 5, 2012. Vendors must meet strict product specifications, including maximum fat and sodium content requirements. The bid response deadline is December 2, 2011, at 1:30 PM, with the contract term covering January through March 2012. Key bid requirements include the ability to provide nutritional information with the bid, accommodate potential quantity adjustments, and ensure delivery drivers complete necessary security clearance procedures. Evaluation will likely focus on compliance with product specifications, pricing, and ability to meet delivery schedules.

The procurement opportunity encourages participation from minority and women-owned businesses, with vendors required to indicate their certification status within Pennsylvania. The solicitation is subject to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Standard Terms and Conditions and the Reciprocal Limitations Act, which may impose additional compliance requirements. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the procurement involves approximately 14,000 pounds of ground beef products across three deliveries. Potential bidders must demonstrate capability to meet nutritional standards, deliver to a state correctional facility, and comply with security protocols. The solicitation appears to be open to food service suppliers and meat vendors who can meet the stringent product and logistical requirements specified in the RFQ. No incumbent vendor information is provided in the available documentation.