California eProcure #C5613537-D

CDCR Statewide Procurement of Cookies and Crackers for Inmate Canteens

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is seeking a statewide supplier for cookies and crackers for inmate canteens, managed under the Inmate Welfare Fund. - Government Buyer: - California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) - Division of Administrative Services, Office of Business Services, Contracts Management Branch - Products Requested: - Bag Cookies (comparable to Mothers brand, 8-16 oz, all flavors) - Shortbread Cookies (comparable to Mothers brand, 6-12 oz, all flavors) - Sandwich Creme Cookies (large and small packages, comparable to Grandmas and Nabisco brands, 2-20 oz, all flavors) - Individual Pack Cookies (comparable to Grandmas brand, 2-4.5 oz, all flavors) - Saltine Crackers (comparable to Nabisco brand, 10-16 oz, regular flavor) - Snack Crackers (comparable to Nabisco and Pepperidge Farm brands, 10-16 oz, all flavors) - Cheese Crackers (comparable to Nabisco and Pepperidge Farm brands, 8-16 oz, all flavors) - Wheat Crackers (comparable to Nabisco and Pepperidge Farm brands, 3-12 oz) - Graham Crackers (comparable to Nabisco and Pepperidge Farm brands, 3-16 oz) - Sugar Free Cookies (two variations, comparable to national brands, up to 20 oz) - Holiday Cookies (two types, chocolate covered and specialty, comparable to national brands, up to 20 oz) - OEMs Highlighted: - National brands referenced for comparability: Mothers, Nabisco, Grandmas, Pepperidge Farm - Notable Requirements: - Products must match national brand quality and packaging standards - Bidders must provide pricing per ounce and per case for all categories - Strict delivery, packaging, and security requirements - Encouragement of small business and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation - Submission of samples by lowest bidder for inspection - Compliance with California's 25% Small Business participation goal - Contract Duration: - Two years with a possible 12-month extension - Delivery required within six working days of order receipt

Description

The solicitation is for a statewide contract to provide cookies and crackers to the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR). The contractor must supply all labor, materials, supplies, transportation, equipment, and other expenses necessary to fulfill the contract. The contract supports the Inmate Welfare Fund (IWF) for institutions and facilities across the state. Bidders are encouraged to consider small business and other state and federal program preferences.

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