85727B0005-DOC - Baked Goods

The New York City Department of Citywide Administrative Services, on behalf of the Department of Correction, is soliciting bids for a one-year requirements contract for baked goods and other cooking essentials. The procurement is divided into two primary categories: Class 1 for fresh-baked breads and cakes, and Class 2 for fully-baked frozen muffins. Key deliverables include 200,000 loaves of fresh-baked whole grain pre-sliced bread and 7,500 cases of assorted frozen muffins. All products must be delivered FOB Destination to designated feeding locations. Strict quality and nutritional standards apply, including a requirement for zero grams of trans fat and the prohibition of artificial colors, caramel color, and various chemical additives such as potassium bromate and BHA. Whole grain breads must list a whole grain as the first ingredient, and preference is given to products that are at least 51 percent New York State sourced. Bidders must provide nutritional labels, New York State sourcing documentation, and third-party Halal or Kosher certifications where applicable. Submissions must be completed through the PASSPort system, including the mandatory disclosure filing. Bidders are required to complete all designated fields on the bid sheet and provide all supporting documentation marked with the Bid EPIN, item code, and a brief description. The contract also mandates compliance with equal employment opportunity laws and requires that all delivery drivers be properly licensed and enrolled in the New York State License Notification System.