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Fresh Fruit Supply – Institutional Quantity

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State & Local

Submission Closed05/27/2026, 06:30:00 PM UTC

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This contract involves the supply of fresh fruits, specifically bananas, apples, oranges, peaches, and strawberries, to Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) facilities. The supplier must adhere to USDA freshness standards, ensure the fruits are packaged in specified units such as 40-pound cases, and include proper date coding. The contract explicitly prohibits any brand substitutions, maintaining strict control over product consistency and quality. Issued by the Department of Corrections - Corrections Administration, this subcontract seeks offers by May 27, 2026, following its posting on May 21, 2026. The procurement falls under the NAICS code 111334, which relates to fruit farming and supply. While detailed location and contact information are not provided, the contract emphasizes institutional bulk quantities suitable for correctional facility needs, aiming to guarantee a reliable and standardized source of fresh fruit to support the nutritional requirements of the CDOC population.

General Info

Supply fresh USDA-standard bananas, apples, oranges, peaches, strawberries in 40-pound cases to CDOC.

Agency

Colorado → DOC - Corrections Administration

NAICS

111334 - Berry (except Strawberry) Farming

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of DQ 2026000491.

The full solicitation package (9 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Fresh Produce - Request for Quote

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Timeline

PhaseClosed

PostedMay 21

subcontract

Response DeadlineMay 27

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

05/27/2026, 06:30:00 PM UTC

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AgencyColorado → DOC - Corrections Administration

ContactsNo contacts available

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Organization / AgencyColorado → DOC - Corrections Administration

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Supply of fresh fruits including bananas, apples, oranges, peaches, and strawberries to CDOC facilities. Must comply with USDA freshness standards, packaging (e.g., 40 lb. cases), and date coding; no brand substitutions allowed.

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