sevc, nonperish, 12122094, 7/1-9/30

The state of Pennsylvania, specifically the Southeastern Veterans' Center located in Spring City, is soliciting bids for a non-perishable food items contract covering the period of July 1 through September 30, 2017. The procurement opportunity, identified by the contract ID 66cca4ba968d0a8c8a078de4, is an invitation for bid (IFB) targeting food suppliers capable of delivering non-perishable goods to the veterans' center. The jurisdictions associated with this procurement include Allegheny County, Chester County, Lehigh County, Philadelphia County, Avoca Borough, Philadelphia City, and Strong CDP. The primary deliverable is a comprehensive supply of non-perishable food items that meet the nutritional and operational requirements of the veterans' center. The bid was posted on May 23, 2017, with a strict submission deadline of May 31, 2017, indicating a relatively short response window for potential vendors. While specific evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, vendors can expect standard procurement assessments related to product quality, pricing, delivery capabilities, and compliance with institutional food service standards.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or specific restrictions on responding organizations. No information is provided about incumbent vendors, current contractors, or existing technological infrastructure that might require integration. The documentation also does not outline a specific award value or budget range for the non-perishable food contract. The contract's geographical scope spans multiple Pennsylvania counties, suggesting potential opportunities for regional food suppliers with the capacity to service a veterans' center. Potential bidders should be prepared to demonstrate their ability to consistently supply high-quality, non-perishable food items that meet institutional nutritional guidelines and can be reliably delivered throughout the specified three-month contract period. Vendors interested in responding to this opportunity should carefully review the full invitation for bid to ensure complete compliance with all requirements and specifications.