various grocery products

The state of Massachusetts has posted a contracting opportunity for the procurement of various grocery products. The contract is open to all qualified vendors, and the objective is to establish a statewide purchasing agreement for a variety of food and related items. Key deliverables include the timely delivery of high-quality goods that meet all applicable regulations and standards. Interested parties must demonstrate experience in large-scale grocery distribution, as well as the ability to fulfill orders across multiple state and local government agencies. Evaluation criteria will focus on pricing, product quality, delivery time, and overall capability to service the contract. Proposals are due by June 3, 2021, and a pre-proposal conference is scheduled for May 28, 2021.

This contract does not include any set-aside designations, and is open to all business types. The state has not identified any incumbent vendors, but vendors must be prepared to integrate with existing procurement and logistics systems. While an exact award value is not specified, the state has indicated a budget range of $5 million to $10 million annually, depending on participating agency utilization.