Bread and other Related Bakery Products - DHS Eldora

The State of Iowa, through the Department of Administrative Services, is soliciting bids for the supply of bread and related bakery products to support DHS Eldora. The solicitation, identified as 005-RFB-2972-2027, was posted on July 31, 2026, with a response deadline of August 17, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Central Time. Vendors must register through the IMPACS Electronic Procurement System at the designated URL to submit bids, and all proposals must comply with the requirements outlined in the solicitation documents available on the Iowa Bid Opportunities portal. The contract is intended for delivery to facilities in Eldora, Iowa, though the primary point of contact and administrative office are located in Des Moines. Randy Bennett of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services serves as the primary point of contact for this solicitation, reachable via phone at 515-322-1210 or email at randy.bennett@das.iowa.gov. The procurement is classified under a SLED government entity type and is open to qualified suppliers registered in the state’s electronic procurement system. Bidders are required to ensure their submissions meet all technical, logistical, and compliance specifications detailed in the official documentation, as failure to adhere to stated terms may result in disqualification. The solicitation does not specify any set-aside provisions or NAICS codes, and vendors are advised to review all requirements thoroughly before submitting proposals.