Utah Public Procurement Place U3P #SLCo SHE133132-2

Salt Lake County seeks 5-gallon electrolyte drink powder packets

Salt Lake County is seeking bids for bulk electrolyte-replacement drink powders for Sheriff’s Office Health Services. - Buyer: Salt Lake County Contracts and Procurement, on behalf of Salt Lake County Sheriff’s Office Health Services. - Named product examples: Gatorade, PowerAde, and PowerAde Zero are cited as comparable formulations, not as required brands or identified bidders. No manufacturer or vendor is designated in the solicitation. - Product requested: Electrolyte-replacement drink powder in individual, pre-measured packets, each yielding exactly 5 gallons when mixed. No part number or purchase quantity is specified. - At least two sugar-free flavors are required. - Products must taste acceptable, match their labeled flavors, and avoid noticeable temporary discoloration of the mouth, lips, urine, or feces. Dyes and artificial colorants are discouraged. - Bidders must provide product samples, complete nutrition information, and mixing instructions for each proposed flavor and formulation. - Commercial estimate: Approximately $5,000 in annual purchases, with no guaranteed minimum or maximum. The estimated spend over the six-year term is approximately $30,000, not a guaranteed contract value. - Other notable requirements: Delivery is required within seven working days after an order. Bidders must demonstrate at least two years of similar experience, provide at least two commercial references, and offer a minimum one-year product warranty. The offered catalog discount must apply equally to catalog items.

Description

Salt Lake County Contracts and Procurement, on behalf of Salt Lake County Sheriff’s Office Health Services, seeks bids for electrolyte-replacement drink powders comparable to standard formulations such as Gatorade or PowerAde, including at least two sugar-free flavor options. Each mix must be supplied in pre-measured packets yielding exactly five gallons, match its labeled flavor, and meet the stated taste and color requirements; bidders must provide complete nutrition labels and deliver samples before bid closing. Bids must include the completed pricing schedule and required references, with pricing stated per unit and a discount off list price. The resulting contract is described as having a six-year term, and the County anticipates an estimated annual cost of $5,000, not a guaranteed purchase amount.

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