WMHC Fresh Produce for 7/29/25 Delivery

The state and local contract opportunity involves the procurement of fresh produce for the Western Maryland Hospital Center, specifically for delivery on Tuesday, July 29, 2025. This opportunity, identified by the contract ID 6883851ce7ae6aa01d01d85f, is being solicited by Washington County, Maryland, with a proposal due date of July 28, 2025. The primary objective is to secure a vendor capable of supplying high-quality fresh produce to meet the hospital's dietary requirements for a specific delivery date. The procurement process requires potential vendors to submit comprehensive proposals that demonstrate their ability to consistently deliver fresh, high-grade produce that meets institutional health standards. Vendors must be prepared to deliver the produce directly to the Western Maryland Hospital Center on the specified date, ensuring timely and reliable service. The evaluation criteria likely include factors such as product quality, pricing, delivery reliability, and vendor responsiveness.

While specific set-aside designations or vendor restrictions are not explicitly detailed in the provided information, Maryland state contracts often prioritize local businesses and may have provisions for disadvantaged business enterprises. The contract appears to be a specific, single-delivery procurement rather than a long-term recurring contract, which suggests potential opportunities for various produce suppliers. The geographic specificity to Washington County indicates that local vendors in the Maryland region might have a competitive advantage. Although no specific budget range is provided, institutional food service procurements typically require vendors to offer competitive pricing while maintaining high-quality standards. The narrow timeframe between the posting date (July 23, 2025) and the delivery date (July 29, 2025) suggests this is a time-sensitive procurement that requires quick response and preparation from potential vendors.