Whse CEA1

This procurement opportunity, designated LOT DQ 17AV072 and identified as WHSE CEA1, represents a produce supply contract issued by the Colorado state purchasing department for delivery to the AVCF Warehouse in Ordway, Colorado. The solicitation seeks quotations for a comprehensive range of fresh produce items including fruits (apples, bananas, oranges, pears), vegetables (tomatoes, cabbage, carrots, celery, lettuce, onions, peppers, squash, cucumbers, romaine lettuce), and specialty items (salad mix, shredded lettuce, sweet yams, red cabbage), with quantities varying significantly across line items. All produce must meet U.S. Grade #1 or better quality specifications with strict requirements regarding size, ripeness, freedom from bruising and defects, and shelf life (salad mix must have 10 days of remaining shelf life upon receipt). Vendors must submit unit pricing itemized by product, specify brand and packaging for each item, and include company information such as name, address, telephone, facsimile, email, and FEIN number. All pricing must be inclusive of freight charges, fuel surcharges, and other associated costs, with delivery on a FOB Destination prepaid basis. Quotations were due by facsimile no later than May 4, 2017, at 10:00 AM, with anticipated delivery of all items on or before May 10, 2017. Submissions were directed to Cornelio Mendoza at cornelio.mendoza@state.co.us with a copy to Earl Aragon at earl.aragon@state.co.us, or by fax to 719-267-5026.

The solicitation documents do not specify any set-asides for disadvantaged enterprises, small businesses, or other restricted vendor categories. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available documentation. The procurement does not indicate a specific budgetary range or award value; rather, pricing is to be determined through the competitive quotation process based on vendor submissions. The short timeline between posting (May 1, 2017) and the deadline (May 4, 2017) indicates this was an urgent procurement need. No evaluation criteria beyond meeting the specified quality and delivery requirements are explicitly detailed in the available solicitation materials.