Rebid* Bag In Box Juice & Dispenser-DOC

The Louisiana Office of State Procurement has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for a Blanket Order Contract (solicitation number 3000025187) seeking Bag In Box Juice and Dispenser for the Louisiana Department of Corrections - Louisiana State Penitentiary. The procurement covers four specific juice flavors (apple, cranberry, orange, and pineapple), with each flavor requiring 160 units, totaling 640 units. The juice must be concentrated, vitamin C enriched, and meet precise reconstitution and packaging specifications, including a 180-day minimum shelf life and the ability to yield approximately 15 gallons when reconstituted. The contract will run from the award date through June 30, 2026, with options to renew for two additional 12-month periods. Delivery is structured as 40 units per quarter (July, October, January, and April), with a mandatory 48-hour service window after notification. The bid will be publicly opened on August 5, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, with both electronic and non-electronic submission options available. The solicitation is structured as an all-or-none award to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specifications.

The contract includes a specific requirement for a 110v electrically refrigerated counter-top dispenser with a minimum of four flavor valves and an ice water dispenser valve, with vendors required to include installation, maintenance, and equipment use fees in their juice pricing. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the procurement follows standard Louisiana state procurement guidelines. Vendors must provide comprehensive documentation, including brand details, item numbers, and confirmation of compliance with detailed product specifications. The state reserves the right to reject any bid that does not fully comply with requirements. Though a specific award value is not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the contract suggests a significant procurement commitment, covering multiple jurisdictions including Webster Parish and Baton Rouge City. The contract allows for potential termination under various circumstances and emphasizes compliance with state procurement regulations. Payment will be processed through LaCarte procurement cards for purchases under $5,000 or via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT), with vendors required to maintain specific insurance coverages.