Purchase of Various Snack, Food, and Beverages for Re-Sale

The County of Orange Sheriff-Coroner Department is seeking competitive bids for the Purchase of Various Snack, Food, and Beverages for Re-Sale, specifically targeting commissary operations for the inmate population. The procurement covers 80 line items of food and beverage products from multiple manufacturers including Maruchan, Frito Lay, Kellogg's, and Nestle, with specific requirements for individual and case sizes. Bidders must provide products with a minimum 60-day shelf life, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The solicitation is fully electronic, with bids to be submitted through the County's online bidding system by October 10, 2025, at 4:00 pm. All questions and requests for interpretations must be submitted by Friday, October 3, 2025, before 5:00 pm. The contract term is anticipated to be 365 days, with bid prices to remain firm for the entire contract period. Evaluation will consider factors such as pricing, product specifications, and compliance with bid requirements.

The procurement includes Local Small Business (OCLSB) and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) preference policies, offering a 5% evaluation preference for bidders meeting specific certification requirements. Bidders must provide comprehensive company information, references, and complete various compliance forms, including conflict of interest disclosures and debarment certifications. The contract includes a cooperative purchasing provision allowing other government entities to utilize the contract pricing, with the County receiving a 2% administrative rebate on subordinate contract sales. While no specific total contract value is explicitly stated, the estimated annual usage for some products ranges significantly, with items like Maruchan and Nissin Ramen Soups estimated at 31,737 cases annually. The contract will be structured as a firm fixed-fee arrangement, with no price increases permitted during the first year, and delivery restricted to Monday through Friday between 7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., excluding county holidays, to the Sheriff-Coroner Department Food Services Warehouse in Anaheim, California.