Merx #2026-5097

Procurement of Frozen and Chilled Protein Products for NL Health Services Western Zone

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services (NLHS) Western Zone is seeking suppliers for a comprehensive range of frozen and chilled protein products to support healthcare operations in the region. - Government Buyer: - Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services (NLHS), Western Zone, through the NL Provincial Health Shared Services Supply Chain - Products/Services Requested: - Wide assortment of frozen and chilled protein items, including: - Poultry: chicken breast (boneless/skinless, bone-in, tenders, nuggets, wings, burgers), thighs, drumsticks, whole chickens, turkey (whole, breast, thighs, roasts) - Beef: ground beef (max 17% fat), roasts, burgers, liver, stew beef, minute steak, salt beef - Pork: boneless roasts, chops, ham (various types), bacon, ribettes, sausages, scrunchions - Fish: cod (various cuts, nuggets, tongues), salmon, salt fish, fresh fish pieces, fish burgers - Frozen entrees: lasagna, chili, pizza (various types), cabbage rolls, meatballs, veggie burgers, pureed egg on toast, sweet and sour chicken, macaroni and cheese - Detailed product codes and quantities specified for each item - OEMs and Brands Highlighted: - Flamingo, Janes, Quality Brand, Skylark's Select, Cardinal Meats Roadhouse, Maple Leaf, Olymel, Highliner, Block and Barrell, Campbells, Apetito, Nestles, Freschetta, Superior - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Strict quality standards (e.g., Grade A poultry, AA or higher beef, maximum fat content for ground beef) - Brand-specific requirements for certain items (e.g., "Flamingo Brand Only", "Maple Leaf ONLY", "Cardinal Meats Roadhouse Only") - Climate-controlled transport and delivery - Compliance with Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) standards - Bidders must indicate brand names in their bids and meet delivery cut-off times - Electronic bid submission required - Period of Performance: - One-year contract with firm pricing for the first four months and up to two price refreshes during the term - Place of Performance: - Western Zone, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada; managed by NLHS Central Zone

Description

Newfoundland & Labrador Health Services (NLHS) is administering this tender on behalf of Western Zone to submit proposals for Protein Supply. The procurement is for a term from August 17, 2026, to August 16, 2027, and will be in accordance with the specifications and requirements set out in the open call and the Public Procurement Act. The tender includes various protein products such as poultry, beef, pork, fish, and frozen entrees, with detailed specifications and quantities provided. Bidders must submit electronic bids by May 21, 2026, and comply with all terms and conditions.

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