OMHSAS WeSH 7812 Frozen Entrees April-June, 2022

The Pennsylvania Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (OMHSAS) is seeking a supplier to provide frozen entrees for Wernersville State Hospital during the period of April 1 through June 30, 2022. This procurement opportunity, identified by the contract ID 66cc7018968d0a8c8a0751d0, is specifically located in Berks County and the Wolfdale Census Designated Place (CDP). The procurement involves supplying a variety of frozen entrees, with detailed specifications outlined in the attached document "07- MISCELLANEOUS Breakfast. Desserts, Entree and Eggs 2021.doc". The solicitation requires vendors to submit comprehensive product information, including manufacturer product sheets, with pricing requested on a per-unit basis. The initial proposal was posted on February 16, 2022, with a response deadline of March 2, 2022. Vendors must adhere to strict packaging requirements, portion specifications, and be prepared for potential quantity adjustments by the Department of Public Welfare.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the available documentation, the procurement appears to be open to qualified food service suppliers capable of meeting the state's stringent requirements. The Department reserves the right to reject non-conforming products and can assess liquidated damages against vendors who fail to meet contract specifications. Vendors are also eligible to participate in the Federal Government Donated Commodity Program, which may provide additional procurement flexibility. The procurement allows for potential integration with existing institutional food service infrastructure at Wernersville State Hospital. Although a specific budget range is not provided, the solicitation suggests a comprehensive frozen entree supply contract for a three-month period, likely representing a moderate-value procurement within the state's institutional food service procurement framework.