RFQ 25AG0002- High Fiber & Bulk Apple Juice

The California Department of State Hospitals-Atascadero has issued Request for Quotation (RFQ) 25AG0002 for High Fiber and Bulk Apple Juice, seeking to procure 450 cases of High Fiber Apple Juice and 750 cases of Bulk Apple Juice for the contract period from July 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025. The solicitation requires 100% juice products with no added sugar or corn syrup, packaged in 46 oz containers with 12 containers per case, and mandates specific nutritional and quality standards. Key deliverable requirements include providing comprehensive nutritional facts and ingredients, ensuring product shelf stability for at least six months after delivery, and maintaining shelf-stable conditions without refrigeration. The evaluation will focus on the lowest-cost vendor, with specific criteria including product quality, packaging specifications, and adherence to detailed product information requirements. The solicitation's key dates include a posting date of April 30, 2025, and a bid submission deadline of May 15, 2025, with potential contract quantity adjustments up to 15% during the contract term.

The procurement includes provisions for Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation, potentially offering incentives for qualifying businesses. The solicitation encompasses various mandatory forms and certifications, including the Darfur Contracting Act Certification and Payee Data Record, which may restrict or provide preferences for certain business types. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the document includes requirements for GenAI disclosure and recycled product considerations. Bidders must comply with strict packaging requirements, with a maximum pallet configuration limited to 6 tiers/layers, and provide detailed product specifications. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the procurement involves multiple cases of apple juice products, suggesting a moderate-value contract for the Department of State Hospitals located in San Luis Obispo County, California.