Turkey Products - DOC

The State of Missouri's Department of Corrections (DOC) is soliciting bids for a turkey products contract through an Invitation for Bid (IFBC30034901801701), seeking frozen, fully cooked turkey products for delivery to its Central and Eastern Region Commodity Warehouses in Jefferson City and Bonne Terre. The procurement involves specific quantities and detailed specifications for three product types: 81,300 pounds of turkey bologna, 48,000 pounds of turkey salami, and 160,000 pounds of turkey ham. Each product type has precise requirements, including chub weights of 9-11 pounds, specific diameters (4.25-4.75 inches), and packaging specifications of 3/10 pounds per case. For turkey ham, additional requirements include a minimum of 77% turkey thigh meat, maximum 17% water content, 93% fat-free composition, and a maximum of 490mg sodium per 56-gram serving. The contract period runs from April 29, 2018, through October 28, 2018, with potential for two one-year renewals. The bid solicitation was posted on February 2, 2018, with responses due by February 16, 2018, at 2:00 PM CST, and vendors must submit pricing for the initial contract period and maximum prices for two potential renewal periods.

The solicitation does not indicate any specific set-aside requirements or restrictions on vendor participation, suggesting the bid is open to all qualified vendors. There is no mention of incumbent vendors or existing contractors, and no specific funding sources are disclosed. Vendors are required to submit completed exhibits (A, E, F) and can respond either electronically through the MissouriBUYS system or via hard copy to the Division of Purchasing. Payment terms are set at Net 45 days, with delivery terms specified as Free On Board Destination. While the total estimated contract value is not explicitly stated, the procurement involves approximately 289,300 pounds of turkey products across three varieties. Vendors must carefully review all solicitation documents, complete the required exhibits, and ensure their products meet the specific nutritional, packaging, and quality specifications outlined in the bid documents.