Salad Dressing Spread

The state of North Carolina, specifically the Department of Adult Correction, is seeking bids for the procurement of Salad Dressing Spread. The contract will be awarded for a one-year term with the option to renew for an additional one-year period. The State is looking for a vendor to furnish and deliver the salad dressing spread on an "as needed" basis for use in the NCDAC prison facilities. Detailed product specifications are provided, including requirements for vegetable oil and egg content, microbiological standards, packaging, and delivery. Pricing must be submitted on a per-case basis, with a stated minimum order quantity of 1,200 cases per truckload. Bids are due by September 25, 2024, and samples of the product must be submitted by September 24, 2024. The public bid opening is scheduled for September 25, 2024. The State reserves the right to make a single award or multiple awards.

The contract does not mention any set-asides or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The previous contract for this product was awarded in August 2021 at $26.27 per case, with the most recent order in August 2024 at $29.80 per case. The contract does not provide any information on incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor does it mention any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The contract does not specify a budget range, but the State does not guarantee a minimum or maximum quantity under this contract.