Hawaii eProcurement Portal #IFB D27-014

Solicitation for Fresh Poi Supply and Delivery to Hawaii DOE School Cafeterias

This opportunity is for the supply and delivery of fresh poi to Hawaii Department of Education school cafeterias on the islands of Hawaii (East and West), Maui, and Molokai. - Government Buyer: - Hawaii State Department of Education, School Food Services Branch, Procurement and Contracts Branch - OEMs and Vendors: - Pre-approved brands include HPC Foods (product: 1004) and Kakoo Oiwi (product: POI-4OZ) - Products/Services Requested: - Fresh poi in four-ounce individual containers - Hawaii (East): 91,008 servings - Hawaii (West): 65,904 servings - Maui: 98,736 servings - Molokai: 7,344 servings - Products must be made from locally grown taro, contain no preservatives, and meet strict quality, packaging, and delivery standards - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Preference for poi produced and processed in Hawaii - Vendors must be manufacturer-authorized distributors - Refrigerated vehicle delivery required - Compliance with Hawaii food safety and business registration regulations - Product samples and documentation required for pre-approval and testing - Delivery Monday through Friday, excluding specified holidays - Contract allows for price adjustments every six months after the first six months, based on inflation rates - Contract period starts upon execution and ends June 30, 2027, with two possible 12-month extensions

Description

This solicitation is for furnishing and delivering fresh poi to various Hawaii Department of Education cafeterias located on the islands of Hawaii, Maui, and Molokai. The procurement includes multiple line items grouped by geographic areas with detailed offer pages and requirements. Bidders must comply with specific submission instructions, including electronic submission through HIePRO, and provide necessary documentation and samples for evaluation. The solicitation emphasizes compliance with Hawaii state regulations and requires vendors to include all applicable taxes and fees in their pricing.

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