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Bread and other Related Bakery Products - DHS Eldora

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DASIowa-005-RFB-2972-2027State & Local

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The Iowa Department of Administrative Services is soliciting bids for the supply of bread and related bakery products under solicitation number DASIowa-005-RFB-2972-2027, with a response deadline of August 17, 2026. The contract, which will commence on November 15, 2026, and run through November 14, 2027, may be renewed for up to two additional one-year periods by mutual agreement. The award is non-exclusive, allowing the Lead Agency and Participating Agencies to procure similar goods through other means if needed. Bidders must submit their proposals through the online portal, ensuring all required documents are uploaded and the bid is properly certified. Any amendments issued after submission require bidders to review, acknowledge, and resubmit their bids before the deadline, with prior submissions preserved. Bidders are responsible for thoroughly reviewing all solicitation materials and obtaining any additional information necessary to ensure a complete and competitive response. Primary contact for inquiries is Randy Bennett at randy.bennett@das.iowa.gov.

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Iowa seeks bread and bakery products for one year with possible two-year renewals, non-exclusive, bid due August 17, 2026.

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311812 - Commercial BakeriesView NAICS

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005-RFB-2972-2027.pdf

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The purpose of this Request for Bids (RFB) is to solicit competitive bids from qualified Bidders to provide the goods, services, or both described in this RFB for the Lead Agency and any Participating Agencies. The Lead Agency intends to award one or more contracts for the term identified in the solicitation. At its sole discretion, the Lead Agency may extend the contract(s) for up to the number of annual renewal periods specified in the solicitation. Any contract awarded as a result of this RFB shall be non-exclusive, and the Lead Agency and Participating Agencies reserve the right to procure similar goods or services through other contracts or procurement methods as permitted by law. This RFB is intended to provide Bidders with the information necessary to prepare responsive and competitive bids. The solicitation process is conducted for the benefit of the Lead Agency and Participating Agencies to obtain the information needed to evaluate bids and select the Bidder(s) whose bid best meets the requirements of this RFB. This RFB is not intended to contain every detail or consideration that may be relevant to preparing a bid. Each Bidder is solely responsible for reviewing the solicitation and obtaining any additional information necessary to prepare a complete and responsive bid. Bid Submission and Amendments · Bidders are encouraged to Save Progress frequently, particularly after uploading documents. · If a Bidder opens a bid after it has been certified and submitted, the bid must be certified and resubmitted. Opening the bid does not remove previously entered information or uploaded documents. · If the Issuing Officer issues an amendment after a bid has been submitted, the Bidder must review and acknowledge the amendment, then certify and resubmit the bid. All previously submitted information and attachments will remain intact. Instructions for Responding to an Amendment 1. Review the amendment in the solicitation. 2. Complete any newly added or revised questions in the Questions section, if applicable. 3. Acknowledge the amendment. 4. Certify and resubmit the bid before the solicitation closing date and time. Contract Term The initial term of the Contract shall begin on 11/15/2026 and end on 11/14/2027. The Contract may be renewed by mutual agreement of both parties for up to two (2) annual extensions.

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