HSD FY24-10, Meat and Cheese Bid

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is seeking bids for the provision of various meat and dairy products, including bacon, beef, chicken, turkey, fish, and cheeses, through the HSD FY24-10, Meat and Cheese Bid contract opportunity. The contract will be awarded to a minimum of three and up to five responsible and responsive bidders who offer the best overall value and pricing for each item. Bidders must submit completed required forms, including a bid form, W-9, non-collusion statement, and insurance certificate. Deliveries must be made five days per week, Monday through Friday, between 5 a.m. and 11 a.m., with no minimum delivery requirements or fuel charges. The contract term is for the period of April 1, 2024 to June 30, 2024, and the sealed bids are due by March 21, 2024 at 10:00 a.m.

The contract opportunity is open to all qualified vendors, and there are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The Commonwealth may use the prompt pay discounts submitted as a basis for selection and may negotiate discounts as deemed in the best interest of the Commonwealth. The related documents do not mention any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor do they provide any information on the possible award values or budget ranges.