5011-Poultry-Oct to Dec-DSH-FY25

The contract involves the provision of USDA Grade A poultry products to Danville State Hospital in Pennsylvania from October through December 2025, with an estimated value between $50,000 and $150,000. The procurement emphasizes sourcing poultry produced within Pennsylvania, aligning with the state's initiative to support local agriculture. Suppliers are required to meet strict food safety and sanitary standards, ensuring no major violations have occurred within the past year. The scope includes delivering various poultry items such as chicken breasts, turkeys, roasts, and turkey burgers, all packaged in moisture/vapor-proof containers, with specific packaging, portion sizes, and labeling requirements, including dates of production and shelf life information. Delivery must adhere precisely to specifications, with the agency reserving the right to adjust quantities with a 15-day notice, and non-compliance can lead to rejection. The solicitation is conducted electronically via the Pennsylvania Supplier Portal, with responses due by August 14, 2025. Vendors must register through the portal, create responses, and upload necessary attachments such as Bid Item Sheets in PDF format. The process involves detailed steps for entering pricing, product details, and supporting documentation. The contract's administration is managed through designated contacts, notably Annette Hockenbroch, who can be reached via email or phone for questions. While the documents specify quality standards, packaging, and delivery procedures, they do not include explicit evaluation criteria, award methodology, or detailed inspection and acceptance procedures. The procurement emphasizes compliance with state and federal regulations, local sourcing preferences, and precise delivery and packaging standards to ensure product quality and safety throughout the contract period.