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This Government Contract opportunity from Texas was posted on April 23, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Cold Chain Logistics and Delivery Services

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NAICS: 484220
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Solicitation # RFP-VC-26-007
The Inland Empire Regional Composting Authority is soliciting proposals under RFP-VC-26-007 for finished compost transportation services from its facility in Rancho Cucamonga, California. The selected contractor will provide the necessary drivers and equipment, such as tractor-trailers, straight-trucks, and walking floors, to transport approximately 15% to 25% of the facility's monthly production of 20,000 cubic yards. Delivery distances range from a 20-mile radius up to 350 miles, and the scope may include onsite shuttling services. The anticipated project start date is February 1, 2027, with proposals due via PlanetBids by November 12, 2026. This is a prevailing wage contract subject to California Labor Code Section 1770 and SB-854, requiring contractors to be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations. Award evaluation is based on price and payment terms, the materiality of exceptions taken to the RFP, organizational experience and performance history, and the quality of the proposed work plan. The contract requires payment and performance bonds equal to the contract price, as well as strict compliance with CAL OSHA, Federal OSHA, and CDFA regulations. Invoicing is processed monthly with a standard 30-day payment term, though expedited payment options are available in exchange for a percentage discount.
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The contract seeks qualified contractors to provide cold chain logistics and final-mile delivery of frozen food items to Texas Department of Criminal Justice facilities in Palestine, Texas, under F.O.B. Destination terms, meaning the vendor assumes all responsibility and risk until the goods are delivered and accepted at the designated location. This subcontract, categorized under NAICS code 484220 for specialized freight trucking, requires strict adherence to temperature-controlled transportation standards to ensure food safety and compliance with institutional dietary requirements. The vendor must maintain uninterrupted cold chain integrity from pickup through delivery, with appropriate documentation, tracking, and contingency protocols for temperature deviations or delays. The solicitation was posted on April 23, 2026, with responses due by May 8, 2026, and is administered through the Texas SmartBuy portal. While details regarding contract duration, volume, or frequency of deliveries are not specified, the requirement implies a consistent, reliable service schedule to support daily operations at TDCJ facilities. Bidder qualifications will likely include proof of refrigerated fleet capabilities, food safety certifications, insurance coverage, and prior experience delivering to correctional or institutional settings. Performance expectations emphasize timeliness, accuracy, compliance with state and federal food handling regulations, and the ability to coordinate with facility staff for unloading and receiving procedures.

General Info

Provide cold chain logistics and delivery for frozen food to Texas Department of Criminal Justice facilities.

Agency

Texas Department of Criminal Justice

Place of Performance

TX, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of IW249046.

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INVITATION TO BID - IW249046

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AgencyTexas Department of Criminal Justice
ContactsNo contacts available
OfficeN/A
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Texas Department of Criminal Justice
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Transportation and final-mile delivery of frozen food items to TDCJ facilities in Palestine, TX, under F.O.B. Destination terms.

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