FAU26-89-10, Pasta

The State of California, through the Department of General Services, Procurement Division, is soliciting bids to establish a two-year statewide contract for the supply of enriched and whole wheat dry pasta and egg noodles, with two one-year extension options available. The contract is mandatory for all state departments and operates under an “All or None” award structure, meaning the entire contract will be awarded to a single responsible and responsive bidder offering the lowest overall cost, inclusive of all applicable preferences and incentives. Bids must be submitted via email to CMU@dgs.ca.gov by June 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT, adhering to strict formatting rules including a 10 MB file size limit, explicit subject line referencing Event ID 0000038167, and submission of all required attachments in order, including the Pricing Worksheet, Narrative Response, Food Safety Information Listing, and other specified documentation. No faxed or internet-linked submissions are permitted, and hard copies are only accepted if pre-approved with a USB copy, with the hard copy taking precedence in case of discrepancy. Products must meet stringent specifications governed by U.S. food standards including 21 CFR §139.110, §139.115, and §139.155, with pasta items like Small Elbow, Spaghetti, and Rotini required to contain at least 51% whole wheat. All items must be first quality, with a minimum 120-day post-delivery shelf life measured from facility acceptance, packaged in non-toxic, non-odorous sealed plastic or cartons between 4 and 30 pounds per unit with shipping containers not exceeding 50 pounds net weight. Packaging must comply with National Motor Freight and Uniform Freight Classifications, include all required labeling such as product name, brand, net weight, lot number, expiration date, nutrition facts, ingredients, and cooking instructions, and be produced in facilities operating under current USDA or CDFA licenses. Delivery is F.O.B. destination with freight prepaid by the contractor to locations statewide, including secure sites requiring prior clearance, and must occur during specified hours with a minimum delivery of 200 pounds per order. Contractors must maintain a customer service team available weekdays 8 AM to 5 PM PT, assign a designated Contract Manager, comply with Federal Debarment and California Civil Rights certifications, and adhere to Russian Sanctions, Darfur Contracting Act, and Iranian Contract