Powdered Brown Gravy & Chicken Gravy Mix

The Missouri Department of Corrections (DOC) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB9312342004) for powdered brown and chicken gravy mix packets to be used in offender canteens. The solicitation seeks individual gravy mix packets ranging from 0.7 to 2 ounces, with approximately 24 packages per case, requiring only water for preparation. The DOC is requesting 835 cases of powdered brown gravy mix and 718 cases of powdered chicken gravy mix to be delivered as needed to all Missouri DOC locations, with no bulk order requirements allowed. The bid period runs from September 16, 2021, to October 7, 2021, at 2:00 PM CDT, with vendors required to submit completed exhibits, including Exhibit A and pricing pages. Delivery terms are FOB Destination, Freight Prepaid and Allowed, with vendors responsible for unloading shipments at Department docks or other designated sites. Payment terms are Net 45 days, processed after final delivery, inspection, and acceptance of items.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor types are mentioned in the solicitation documents. The IFB does not provide information about incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor does it detail any existing infrastructure or technology integration requirements. While the estimated total contract value is not explicitly stated, the bid includes pricing for 1,553 total cases of gravy mix (835 brown and 718 chicken). The contract includes a potential first renewal option with a maximum 1% price increase for the renewal period. Vendors must submit their bids electronically through the MissouriBUYS system or as hard copies if allowed, and are required to specify their percentage increase for the first renewal period. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting the specified requirements.