T1105 - Foods: Meat- Cured, Fresh, Chilled and Frozen, for Distribution and Support Services

The State of New Jersey Department of the Treasury, Division of Purchase and Property is procuring various meat products, including cured, fresh, chilled, and frozen meats, along with distribution and support services for the Mercer County and Trenton City jurisdictions. The solicitation seeks quotes for a group of ground beef items, as well as 8 individual line items such as veal steaks, beef steaks, ham, roast beef, frankfurters, meatballs, and beef bologna. Estimated quantities for the 3-year contract term range from 2,700 to 32,000 cases per product, with delivery required within 30 calendar days of order receipt. Vendors must demonstrate their qualifications and capabilities to successfully complete the required scope of work. Bids are due by March 29, 2022, and contract awards will be made for the group of ground beef items as well as individually for each of the 8 line items. Pricing will be subject to adjustments based on changes in the relevant Producer Price Indices, and the State reserves the right to increase, decrease, or eliminate quantities as needed.

There are no set-aside requirements for this solicitation, and the State does not provide any information on the current incumbent or the estimated value of the contract. The contract will be funded through state and local sources, but no specific funding amounts or sources are provided. Vendors must comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including those related to political contribution disclosure, prevailing wage, and equal employment opportunity requirements.