Spices - DOC

The State of Missouri Department of Corrections (DOC) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFBC30034901801803) for the procurement of 14 different ground spices to be delivered to two DOC commodity warehouses: the Central Region Commodity Warehouse in Jefferson City and the Eastern Region Commodity Warehouse in Bonne Terre. The solicitation covers specific quantities of spices including basil, oregano, paprika, cayenne pepper, thyme, ginger, onion powder, chili powder, cinnamon, garlic, cumin, poultry seasoning, curry, and mustard, with quantities ranging from 120 to 8,690 pounds. The bid requires all spices to be pure ground with no fillers or extenders, packaged in plastic containers (1-pound or 5-pound sizes depending on the item). The bid period opens on February 20, 2018, at 4:00 PM CST and closes on March 6, 2018, at 2:00 PM CST, with an initial contract period of six months from the date of award. Vendors must submit completed Exhibits A, E, F, and other applicable exhibits with their bid response. The delivery terms are Free On Board Destination, with payment terms of Net 45 days.

The solicitation does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation, indicating the bid is open to all vendors. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the documentation. The bid does not provide a total estimated contract value or specific budget range for the spice procurement. Vendors are required to submit pricing on a per-pound basis, with no negative values allowed. The contract will be awarded on a line-item basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Vendors must indicate the brand and packaging for each item and ensure all submitted materials are complete and accurately prepared. The procurement is solely for the Missouri Department of Corrections and covers the jurisdictions of Cole County, St. Charles County, and Jefferson City, with delivery requirements specified for the two commodity warehouses.