Bread & Bakery Products

Wayne County, New York, is soliciting competitive offers under RFCo #048-26 for the procurement of fresh baked bread and bakery products for the Wayne County Nursing Home and Rehab Center. The contract encompasses a three-year initial term with an option for two one-year renewals. Required products include various sliced loaves, hamburger and frankfurter rolls, and dinner rolls, with additional optional items such as bagels and English muffins. All products must be fresh, not frozen, and maintain a minimum shelf life of seven days upon delivery. Strict quality standards are mandated, including limits on trans fats, the use of enriched flour for non-whole wheat items, and adherence to industry standards for mold and bacteria. Specific packaging requirements include retail-standard bags with FDA Nutrition Facts, product weights, and clear freshness codes, while Kosher and Passover products must carry recognized certifications. Deliveries are to be made net FOB destination within Wayne County on weekdays during normal business hours, with a requirement that products never be left outside the premises. The evaluation process is weighted based on cost (40%), ability to meet delivery timelines (15%), variety of additional items offered (15%), and service reliability and past performance (15%). Bidders must submit their proposals by October 21, 2026, via the OpenGov portal or by sealed mail to the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors. Required submission documents include offeror background information, three professional references, and several certifications covering non-collusion, debarment, lobbying, the Iran Divestment Act, and New York State sexual harassment prevention policies.