Opportunity
NYC Passport #85726B0053
NYC DCAS Solicitation for 2-Year Cereal Supply Contract for ACS
Posted
April 13, 2026
Respond By
May 15, 2026
Identifier
85726B0053
NAICS
424480
This opportunity involves a two-year contract to supply cereals to the New York City Administration for Children's Services (ACS): - Government Buyer: - New York City Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS), Division of Municipal Supply Service - OEMs and Brands (or equivalents): - General Mills - Kellogg's - Bob's Red Mill - Quaker Oats - Maine Grains - Products Requested: - Apple Cinnamon Cheerios (General Mills or equal), 1,200 cases - Cheerios (General Mills or equal), 1,200 cases - Cinnamon Flakes Multi-Grain Cereal (Kellogg's or equal), 1,200 cases - Farina Hot Cereal (Bob's Red Mill or equal), 200 bags - Frosted Mini Wheats Bite Size Whole Grain (Kellogg's or equal), 1,200 cases - Instant Oatmeal Whole Grain (Quaker Oats or equal), 156 cases - Kix, 1,200 cases - Lucky Charms, 1,200 cases - Multi-Grain Cheerios, 1,200 cases - Raisin Bran (Kellogg's or equal), 300 cases - Rolled Oats, Regular Cooking, Whole Grain (Maine Grains or equal), 200 cases - Notable Requirements: - All cereals must meet specific nutritional standards (limits on sodium, sugar, minimum fiber per serving) - No artificial colors or sweeteners; ingredient restrictions apply - Documentation required: nutritional labels, Halal/Kosher certifications - Products must be gluten free where specified - Only one contract will be awarded; proposals submitted via PASSPort system - Estimated contract value: approximately $4.74 million - Place of performance: New York City, NY (delivery to ACS facilities) - Bid opening will be held virtually
Description
The New York City Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) is soliciting bids for a 2-year requirements contract to supply cereals for the Administration for Children's Services (ACS). The contract is expected to start on July 1, 2026, and end on June 30, 2028, with an estimated procurement value of approximately $4.74 million. Vendors must submit proposals through the City's PASSPort system by May 15, 2026, and participate in a virtual bid opening via Microsoft TEAMS. The solicitation includes detailed bid sheets and specifications for various cereal products.