KD/VDC/frozen biscuits/10-23

The state of Virginia, specifically through the Virginia Department of Corrections (VDC) and involving Henrico County and Rose Hill CDP, is procuring frozen, ready-to-bake biscuits under contract opportunity KD/VDC/FROZEN BISCUITS/10-23. The procurement involves two approved biscuit labels with varying case counts, with the bidding unit of measure being "each". The procurement documents indicate a quick quote solicitation process with specific requirements outlined in the VDC Special Terms and Conditions document dated July 2019. Key specifications include compliance with quality standards, delivery terms, and product certification requirements. The contract opportunity was posted on October 6, 2023, with a response deadline of October 10, 2023, representing a very tight submission window. Vendors are expected to provide detailed pricing and meet the VDC's stringent product specifications for frozen biscuit products.

The contract opportunity appears to have preferences for disadvantaged business enterprises, with priority given to DSBSD-certified micro or small businesses, including women-owned and minority-owned businesses. The procurement documents suggest an open competition approach, with GOOD SOURCE (Heart of Texas) being awarded the contract at a value of $6,000.00. While specific budget ranges are not comprehensively detailed, the contract seems designed to support small and diverse businesses in the food product supply chain. The procurement is governed by the Commonwealth of Virginia's general terms and conditions, effective July 1, 2020, which outline ethical standards, anti-discrimination provisions, and standard contractual requirements. Vendors must demonstrate compliance with state procurement regulations, product quality standards, and deliver products meeting the VDC's precise specifications for frozen biscuits.