Kd/Vdc/Can Meat Items/10-25104239

This contract pertains to the procurement of canned meat items, specifically corned beef hash and chili, through a one-time bid process managed by the Virginia Department of General Services. The solicitation, identified as A194DGS:104239, was posted on September 30, 2025, with a response deadline of October 6, 2025. The contract is valued between $50,000 and $200,000 and is open to vendors capable of meeting specified quality and delivery standards. Vendors are required to include payment terms, including any discounts, within their response submissions. The contract emphasizes compliance with Virginia’s procurement regulations, incorporating standard general terms and conditions related to legal obligations, nondiscrimination, ethics, and immigration reform, as outlined in the Commonwealth of Virginia’s procurement manual. Key to this contract are the special terms and conditions detailed in the Virginia Distribution Center (VDC) July 2019 document, which sets forth specific requirements for bid pricing, product qualification, certifications, and delivery logistics. These include adherence to USDA grading standards, frozen product standards, timely deliveries, and quality assurance measures to ensure product integrity. The contract also references the use of the eVA platform for quick quote evaluations for awarded bids, streamlining the procurement process. Overall, the contract aims to secure high-quality canned meat products that meet strict regulatory and quality standards, with clear guidelines for vendor responsibilities and compliance to ensure the integrity and efficiency of the procurement process.