Raider Red Meat for Resale and Specialty Food Items

The Texas Tech University (TTU) College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources is seeking vendors to provide various types and cuts of fresh and frozen meats, as well as spices and packaging, for the Raider Red Meats (RRM) program. The RFP, titled "Raider Red Meat for Resale and Specialty Food Items," covers the Lubbock County and Lubbock City jurisdictions in Texas. Key deliverables include purchasing beef, pork, lamb, bacon, sausage, smoked sausage, jerky, and ribs on an as-needed basis to support TTU's business goals of providing hands-on, real-world experiences for students and generating profits through resale. Proposals must be submitted by 1:00 PM Central on November 3, 2023, and the anticipated contract term is four years beginning September 1, 2024, with up to four one-year renewal options. TTU will evaluate proposals based on factors such as financial value, the proposer's demonstrated ability to fulfill requirements, value-added options, quality assurance, and compliance with HUB requirements.

The RFP does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The incumbent vendor or current contractor is not listed. The RFP does not provide any information on award values or budget ranges, but it does note that pricing will remain firm for the first 24 months of the contract, after which annual increases up to 3% are permitted.