Turkey Products - Department of Corrections

The State of Missouri Department of Corrections has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFBC30034902000856) for the procurement of turkey products to be delivered to its Central Region and Eastern Region Commodity Warehouses in Jefferson City and Bonne Terre. The solicitation seeks bids for three specific frozen, fully cooked turkey meat products: 103,000 pounds of turkey bologna, 60,000 pounds of turkey salami, and 164,000 pounds of turkey ham. Detailed product specifications include requirements for chub weights between 9-11 pounds, specific diameter measurements (4.25-4.75 inches for bologna and salami), and composition standards for turkey ham, which must contain a minimum of 77% turkey thigh meat and maximum 17% water content. The bid response period is from October 15, 2019, to October 29, 2019, with responses due by 3:00 PM CDT. Vendors must submit completed exhibits A, B, F, and other applicable documents, with pricing details for the initial six-month contract period and two potential three-month renewal periods. Payment terms are set at Net 45 days, with delivery terms specified as Free On Board Destination.

The solicitation does not indicate any specific set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation, suggesting the bid is open to all qualified vendors. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the documentation. The solicitation does not provide a specific total contract value or budget range, though the total estimated quantity of turkey products is 327,000 pounds. Vendors are required to submit their bids either electronically through the MissouriBUYS system or as a hard copy to the Division of Purchasing. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with the initial contract period spanning six months from the date of award and the option for two additional three-month renewal periods. The State of Missouri will be responsible for contract administration, with Melissa Sackett from the Division of Purchasing serving as the procurement contact for any questions or clarifications.