January Meats - Department of Corrections

The State of Missouri Department of Corrections has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFBC30034902100987) for January Meats, seeking various food products for delivery to multiple correctional facilities across the state. The procurement involves specific quantities of coarse chopped pork (IMPS 1495), liquid scrambled egg mix, colored oleomargarine, and grated parmesan cheese, with detailed specifications for each item. Vendors must provide USDA-certified products with precise packaging requirements, including 10-pound pork packages, 6/5-pound egg mix bags, 1-pound wrapped oleomargarine, and 5-pound parmesan cheese boxes. The bid solicitation requires vendors to complete a comprehensive pricing spreadsheet through the MissouriBUYS system and submit required exhibits (A, B, F) with their response. The procurement timeline stipulates a bid submission period from December 14, 2020, to December 22, 2020, at 2:00 PM CST, with a contract period running from the date of award through January 31, 2021. Delivery terms are Free On Board Destination to various Department of Corrections locations, with specific quantity requirements ranging from 220 to 10,200 pounds per line item across multiple facilities. Evaluation will focus on the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all technical specifications.

The solicitation does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation, indicating the bid is open to all qualified vendors. No incumbent vendor information is provided, and there are no apparent limitations on business size or type. The total estimated contract value is not disclosed in the documentation. Payment terms are set at Net 45 Days, and vendors must provide brand names and product numbers for all items bid. Notably, the solicitation explicitly lists Papetti's Blend as an unacceptable brand for liquid egg products. While funding sources are not specifically detailed, it is implied that the procurement will be funded through the State of Missouri's budget for the Department of Corrections. Vendors must ensure compliance with detailed federal and USDA specifications, including product certifications, packaging requirements, and delivery standards. The bid requires meticulous attention to detail, with vendors responsible for accurately completing all required documentation and meeting the precise delivery requirements for each correctional facility.