Ice Cream Novelties

The state of Maryland, through the Board of Education of Prince George's County, is seeking bids for the procurement of ice cream novelty products. The Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 015-21 solicits proposals for various ice cream bars, cups, sandwiches, and other frozen desserts that must comply with USDA Smart Snack Standards. The estimated annual quantities range from 150 to 700 cases for the different product items. The contract term is anticipated to be three years, with the possibility of two additional one-year renewal periods. Bids are due by June 1, 2021 and can be submitted electronically or as a hardcopy. Pricing is requested on a per-unit and per-case basis, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

The IFB does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The incumbent provider is not specified. The funding source is not explicitly stated, but the ice cream products are intended for use in school meal programs. The total potential award value or budget range is not provided in the available documentation.