Opportunity
NYC Passport #85726B0052
NYC DCAS Solicitation for Beverages for Administration for Children's Services (ACS)
Posted
April 13, 2026
Respond By
May 15, 2026
Identifier
85726B0052
NAICS
424490
This opportunity involves supplying a wide range of beverages to the New York City Administration for Children's Services (ACS) under a two-year contract. - Government Buyer: - New York City Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS), Division of Municipal Supply Service - End user: Administration for Children's Services (ACS) - OEMs and Brands (or equivalents): - Motts - Ruby Kist - Ocean Spray - Glucerna - Suncup - Ghirardelli - Tropicana - Organic Valley - Parmalat - Horizon Organic - Products Requested: - Juices: apple, cranberry, grape, orange, pineapple, prune, grapefruit (various brands, 100% juice, unsweetened, fortified, specific packaging) - Nutritional drinks: diabetic nutritional drink (Glucerna or equal) - Hot chocolate (Ghirardelli or equal) - Shelf-stable milk: plain, chocolate, strawberry (Organic Valley, Parmalat, Horizon Organic or equal) - Sparkling water - Fruit punch and berry punch (Suncup or equal) - Detailed requirements for packaging size, nutritional content (e.g., no added sugar, sodium limits), and case quantities - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All products must meet specific nutritional standards (e.g., no added sugar, sodium limits, no artificial colors or sweeteners) - Required certifications: Halal/Kosher certificates, nutritional labels, NY State sourcing documents - Vendors must submit all required documentation and complete bid forms via the PASSPort system - No exceptions to NYC Purchase Contract terms - Up to two vendors may be awarded the contract - Estimated contract value: $211,760 - Place of performance: New York City, NY (delivery to ACS facilities) - Contract duration: two years
Description
The New York City Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) is soliciting bids for a 2-year requirements contract to supply beverages 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 value of $211,760. Vendors must submit proposals through the City's PASSPort system by May 15, 2026. The solicitation includes detailed bid packages and requires compliance with specific product and packaging standards.