5019-MiscFrozen-Jan to Mar-DSH-FY26

Solicitation 6100066901 is a request for the supply and delivery of miscellaneous frozen food items, including products such as calzones and stromboli, for the Danville State Hospital under the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services. The contract covers deliveries for January, February, and March 2027, with a response deadline of November 20, 2026. Awards are based on the lowest bid for items designated for the Federal Government Donated Commodity Program, provided the vendor has no unpaid laboratory fees and adheres strictly to the brands approved by the DPW Dietary Advisory Committee. All deliveries must be executed via freezer trucks, maintaining internal temperatures no higher than 10°F to ensure products remain solidly frozen without evidence of defrosting or freezer burn. Strict packaging standards are required, prohibiting the use of staples and paper-coated metal wire ties for polybags and final case closures. All items must be legibly labeled with product and brand names, pack dates, and ingredient statements, and must have at least 30 days of remaining shelf life upon receipt. Meat and poultry products must be processed in USDA-approved plants and display the official inspection legend and plant number. Final acceptance of goods may be based on an inspection of the thawed product within 15 business days of delivery.