Poultry & Fish Products, Oct-Dec 2022

The Pennsylvania Department of General Services is seeking competitive bids for perishable poultry and fish products to be delivered to the Selinsgrove Center during the fourth quarter of 2022 (October through December). This procurement opportunity, identified by the contract ID 66c5cfd302b5f9c9160ecd4d, is specifically focused on sourcing high-quality protein products for institutional food service. The bid was originally posted on August 25, 2022, with a proposal submission deadline of September 8, 2022, targeting vendors capable of consistent and reliable food product delivery. Potential bidders must be prepared to supply a comprehensive range of poultry and fish products that meet strict quality and safety standards for institutional consumption. Key deliverables will include timely and temperature-controlled delivery of specified protein products to the Selinsgrove Center, with potential requirements for detailed product specifications, packaging standards, and food safety certifications.

The contract opportunity is situated within Susquehanna County, which has a FIPS code of 42115, and appears to be open to qualified food service suppliers without apparent specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged businesses. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the provided information, institutional food service contracts typically represent significant annual value, potentially ranging from $50,000 to $250,000 depending on volume and product specifications. Vendors will likely need to demonstrate substantial food distribution capabilities, including robust cold chain management, consistent supply chain reliability, and compliance with state institutional food procurement regulations. Prospective bidders should be prepared to provide comprehensive pricing structures, product catalogs, delivery schedules, and potential emergency response capabilities. The procurement appears to be a standard competitive bidding process targeting established food service distributors with proven track records in institutional food supply.