Statewide - Disposable Culinary Items

The State of Missouri, through its Division of Purchasing, has released an Invitation for Bid (IFBC30034902100106) for a statewide contract to procure disposable culinary items. The solicitation covers 68 line items of diverse food service disposables, including paper cups, plastic cups, foam cups, lids, plates, utensils, trays, food wraps, aluminum foil, and related products. Quantities for each item range from 4 to 1,000 cases, with specific packaging and brand preferences noted. The contract period will be one year from the date of award, with options for two additional one-year renewals. Vendors must submit detailed pricing for the initial contract period and both potential renewal periods, with deliveries to be made Free On Board Destination to various Missouri state agencies. The bid solicitation period runs from August 27, 2020, to September 11, 2020, with bids due by 3:00 PM CDT. Evaluation will focus on identifying the lowest responsive and responsible bidder(s), with vendors required to complete and submit specific exhibits including pricing documentation.

The solicitation does not include any specific set-aside provisions or restrictions on vendor participation, making the opportunity open to all qualified vendors. No incumbent vendor information is provided, and there are no mentioned requirements for disadvantaged business enterprises or small business participation. Payment terms are established at Net 45 Days, and vendors can submit bids either electronically through the MissouriBUYS system or via hard copy to the Division of Purchasing. While a total contract value is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the 68-line item solicitation suggests a significant procurement across multiple state agencies. Line item 68 allows for purchasing miscellaneous items not specifically listed in the first 67 line items, providing flexibility for agencies' potential additional needs. Funding for the contract will come from participating state agencies' budgets, with each agency able to purchase from the contract as needed throughout the one-year term.