5000-OMHSAS- WESH-Food 1-Jan-Mar 2027

The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services is soliciting bids for the procurement and delivery of food commodities to Wernersville State Hospital for the period of January 1 through March 31, 2027. The scope of work includes the supply of various dairy products, such as butter, margarine, cream cheese, and yogurt, as well as frozen fruits and vegetables, including peas, carrots, broccoli, and strawberries. All products must meet strict quality standards, with frozen items generally required to be U.S. Grade A or U.S. Fancy and dairy products conforming to Title 7 of the Pennsylvania Code. Deliveries must adhere to specific temperature controls, with chilled items maintained at or below 40 degrees Fahrenheit, and packaging must comply with the Nutritional Labeling and Education Act of 1990 and USDA inspection requirements. Award eligibility is contingent upon the use of brands previously approved by the Food Specification Committee and the absence of unpaid laboratory fees. Bidders must provide specific brand identifications and complete the Reciprocal Limitations Act requirements, including a state of manufacture chart. Additionally, contractors must submit a Worker Protection and Investment Certification ensuring compliance with various Pennsylvania labor and workplace safety laws, such as the Minimum Wage Act and the Equal Pay Law. The Commonwealth reserves the right to reject deliveries that do not meet specifications or those with unapproved schedule changes, and payment will be based solely on the actual net weight or count verified at the time of delivery.