KD/VDC/FRUIT JUICES/10-26/LOT BID\128972

This solicitation is a one-time lot bid for the procurement of fruit juices and related beverage products for the Virginia Distribution Center (VDC). The Department of General Services is seeking the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with a specific award priority hierarchy favoring DSBSD-certified micro businesses for bids up to $10,000 and DSBSD-certified small businesses for bids up to $100,000. Bidders must submit firm unit prices through the eVA portal by the October 1, 2026, deadline. All products must be of institutional quality or better, meet Qualified Product List specifications, and adhere to strict shelf-life requirements, specifically maintaining at least 50% of original shelf life for products with six months or less, and 75% for products with more than six months. Strict logistical and packaging standards are mandatory for all deliveries. Products must be shipped on 48 by 40 inch four-way entry hardwood pallets, completely secured with clear stretch wrap only, with a maximum gross weight of 2600 pounds and a maximum height of 54 inches. Outer shipping containers must comply with the Fair Packaging and Label Act, include UPC bar coding, and clearly mark the content, brand, size, and pack. Deliveries to the VDC require a prior appointment and are accepted Monday through Friday between 7:15 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. The Commonwealth reserves the right to inspect all deliveries and reject any products that are non-compliant, damaged, or unsuitable. Contractors are responsible for replacing defective or spoiled products at no additional cost within six months of delivery.