Soft Drinks - DOC/DCI

The Louisiana Office of State Procurement is seeking a Blanket Order Contract for soft drinks to be supplied to the Louisiana Department of Correction-Dixon Correctional Institute. The solicitation specifically requests Coca-Cola brand canned drinks in 12 oz. cans, packaged in 24-can cases, with required flavors including Coca-Cola Classic, Diet Coke, Dr. Pepper, Sprite, Barq's Root Beer, Fanta Strawberry, and Fanta Orange. The total estimated quantity is 6,000 individual units, with orders to be placed approximately every Tuesday for delivery the following Monday on an as-needed basis. The initial contract period will run from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, with options to renew for two additional 12-month periods, not to exceed a total of 36 months. Bids will be evaluated on an individual basis, with the contract awarded to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder meeting all specifications. The bid submission deadline is June 17, 2025, with bids to be submitted either physically to the Office of State Procurement in Baton Rouge or electronically through the vendor portal.

The solicitation includes several preferential provisions favoring Louisiana-based businesses, including preferences for companies with at least 50% Louisiana workforce and Louisiana-produced products. Bidders must be able to maintain their proposed pricing throughout the contract period, with pricing inclusive of freight charges. The contract will be paid with next fiscal year funds, subject to legislative appropriation, and is specifically intended for canteen resale at the correctional facility. Electronic payment options are preferred, including the LaCarte procurement card for purchases under $5,000 and Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for other transactions. Delivery is restricted to Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 2:00 pm, excluding holidays. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the estimated quantity of 6,000 units suggests a moderate-value contract. The state reserves the right to reject any vendors unable to meet delivery timeframes or who cannot provide the exact brand and product specifications outlined in the solicitation.