Turkey Products - Department of Corrections

The State of Missouri Department of Corrections has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFBC30034902100690) for turkey products to be delivered to its Central Region Commodity Warehouse in Jefferson City and Eastern Region Commodity Warehouse in Bonne Terre. The solicitation seeks procurement of four specific turkey products: 75,000 pounds of turkey bologna, 40,000 pounds of turkey salami, 110,000 pounds of turkey ham, and 52,000 pounds of premium turkey breast deli meat. Each product has detailed specifications, including required packaging, weight ranges (9-11 pounds per chub/unit), and composition requirements such as minimum meat percentages and maximum sodium content. The bid response period runs from November 17, 2020, to December 1, 2020, with a submission deadline of 2:00 PM CST. Vendors must complete and submit various exhibits, including pricing for the initial six-month contract period and two potential three-month renewal periods. Evaluation criteria appear to focus on lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with specific requirements for product quality, packaging, and delivery terms.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation were identified in the solicitation documents. The bid is open to all vendors capable of meeting the detailed product specifications and delivery requirements. No incumbent vendor information was provided, and no specific infrastructure or technology integration requirements were mentioned. Payment terms are net 45 days, with delivery specified as Free On Board Destination. While a total contract value was not explicitly stated, the estimated quantities suggest a significant procurement volume: approximately 277,000 pounds of turkey products across four different categories. Vendors can submit bids either electronically through the MissouriBUYS system or as hard copy submissions to the Division of Purchasing. The contract will be awarded for an initial six-month period, with the potential for two additional three-month renewal periods, providing flexibility for the Department of Corrections' ongoing turkey product needs.