New York State Contract Reporter #2140428

New York State DOCCS weekly fresh produce supply

New York State DOCCS is seeking pre-qualified suppliers to provide fresh produce for its nutrition operations. - Government buyer: New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (NYS DOCCS), Office of Nutritional Services; opportunity location identified as Rome, Oneida County, New York. - Products requested: Carrots, celery, onions, bell peppers, cabbage, bean sprouts, garlic, and potatoes. Quantities will be set through weekly mini-bids; no part numbers are specified. - Procurement approach: Suppliers are pre-qualified, then compete for weekly needs through mini-bids and spot-buy awards. Pricing is not required during pre-qualification, and suppliers are not required to commit to fixed pricing for the full term. - Notable requirements: The stated MWBE participation goal is 30%; SDVOB and DBE goals are 0%. - OEMs and named vendors: No OEMs, manufacturers, or vendors are named. The requested items are fresh agricultural commodities.

Description

The New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (NYS DOCCS) Office of Nutritional Services is seeking suppliers to provide fresh produce weekly, including carrots, celery, onions, bell peppers, cabbage, bean sprouts, garlic, and potatoes. Vendors will be evaluated and pre-qualified by DOCCS, and following final approval by the Office of the State Comptroller, approved vendors will receive weekly mini-bids and awards will be made through spot-buying. Weekly pricing is requested only after final approval for items actually needed; vendors are not required to submit pricing during pre-qualification or fixed pricing for the full contract term. The contract term is December 15, 2026 through December 14, 2031, and bid submissions must be mailed in.

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