T1165 - Foods: Seafood, Frozen, for Distribution and Support Services

The state of New Jersey, through the Department of the Treasury - Division of Purchase and Property, is seeking bids for a contract to provide frozen seafood products, including fish sticks, fish nuggets, raw and breaded pollock fillets, and breaded whiting portions, as well as associated distribution and support services. The procurement is specific to Mercer County and the city of Trenton. Vendors may bid on one, some, or all of the six product categories, and pricing will be evaluated on a per-pound basis. The contract term is for three years, with the option to extend up to three additional one-year terms. Key dates include a bid submission deadline of June 7, 2022, and a delivery timeframe of up to 30 calendar days after receipt of order. Detailed product specifications, packaging and labeling requirements, delivery terms, and shelf life expectations are provided in the bid solicitation.

The procurement does not include any small business or disabled veteran-owned business set-asides. The current incumbent contracts and pricing information are provided for reference, but vendors should not rely on that data when preparing their quotes. Vendors must disclose political contributions, certify they are not engaged in prohibited activities in Russia or Belarus, and comply with various state contracting requirements, such as anti-discrimination, affirmative action, and prompt payment provisions. The contract award amount is not specified in the provided documents.