Building and General Services of Vermont #RFP - Meat & Meat Products

Vermont Meat & Meat Products Supply Contract for State Facilities

The State of Vermont is seeking suppliers to provide Meat & Meat Products for state facilities across Vermont. - Government Buyer: - State of Vermont, Agency of Administration, Office of Purchasing & Contracting - Contact: Deb LaRose, State Purchasing Agent II - Products Requested: - Wide range of meat products including beef, pork, poultry, and turkey - Specific items listed with industry-standard part numbers (NAMP codes) and descriptions - Examples include: - Beef, Shoulder Clod Roast (NAMP #114) - Beef, Round, Gooseneck (NAMP #170) - Pork, Loin, boneless, center cut (NAMP #412E) - Chicken, Breast, skinless, Random, CVP - Turkey, Whole Avg. 24-26# - "Special of the Week" items for each meat category - Ground meat options with varying fat content and VT-processed variants - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All products must be Grade A, First Quality, and comply with federal, state, and local standards - Weekly or bi-weekly deliveries required, using trucks with separate frozen and refrigerated compartments - Vendors must maintain 98% stock availability - State reserves the right to inspect warehouses and delivery vehicles for cleanliness and compliance - Timely reporting on invoices, credits, and utilization required - Vendors must designate primary and secondary representatives for contract administration - No specific OEMs or brands are named; open to multiple vendors and manufacturers - Contract Duration: - Initial term of 24 months, with up to three additional 12-month renewal options (maximum 5 years) - Estimated Contract Value: - Likely in the range of $500,000 to $2,500,000 over the contract period, depending on volume and pricing - Potential Competitors: - National and regional meat processors and suppliers (e.g., Tyson Foods, Cargill, Smithfield Foods, Perdue Farms, local Vermont meat processors) - Competing Products: - Equivalent Grade A beef, pork, poultry, and turkey products from other major suppliers - Custom processed meats meeting Vermont specifications

Description

The State of Vermont's Office of Purchasing & Contracting is seeking to establish contracts with one or more companies to provide Meat & Meat Products for State of Vermont facilities throughout the state. The contract period will be 24 months with an option to renew for up to three additional twelve-month periods, anticipated to start on December 2, 2026. Deliveries may be weekly or bi-weekly, and all products must meet federal, state, and local quality and safety standards. The solicitation includes requirements for delivery schedules, product quality, warehouse inspections, and contractor reporting.

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