Poultry Items - Department of Corrections

The State of Missouri Department of Corrections is seeking bids for a six-month contract to procure poultry items for its Central Region and Eastern Region Commodity Warehouses. The Invitation for Bid (IFBC30034902002782) solicits proposals for four specific poultry products: 330,000 pounds of poultry breakfast sausage patties, 330,000 pounds of poultry breakfast sausage links, 180,000 pounds of chicken patties, and 110,000 pounds of turkey medallion fines. The products must meet stringent specifications, including being fully cooked, individually quick frozen (IQF), with maximum skin content of 15%, limited vegetable protein product (VPP) content, and specific protein requirements. The bid response period runs from July 13, 2020, to July 24, 2020, with bids due by 3:00 PM CDT. Vendors must provide pricing for the initial six-month contract period and two potential three-month renewal periods, with delivery terms of Free On Board Destination to warehouses in Jefferson City and Bonne Terre. The award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with payment terms of Net 45 days.

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 mentioned preferences for disadvantaged enterprises or specific business types. The total estimated contract value is not explicitly stated, but the cumulative quantity of poultry products across all line items is approximately 950,000 pounds. Vendors must complete and submit multiple exhibits (A, B, F, and others as applicable) with their bid response, demonstrating compliance with detailed product specifications. The contract allows for two additional three-month renewal periods at maximum predetermined pricing, providing flexibility for the Missouri Department of Corrections. Technical questions can be directed to the procurement contact, with all bids to be submitted electronically through the MissouriBUYS system or as hard copy to the Division of Purchasing.