Kd/Vdc/Imit. Vanilla, Baking Soda, Corn Starch, Can Cheese Sauce/08-24

This contract involves a one-time procurement of imitation vanilla flavoring, baking soda, and corn starch, with a total estimated value ranging from $50,000 to $150,000. The solicitation was posted on August 22, 2024, with a response deadline of August 27, 2024. The Virginia Department of General Services, representing the Virginia state government, is the issuing agency, operating under the NAICS code 311999, which covers miscellaneous food manufacturing. The contract emphasizes strict compliance with Virginia's procurement regulations, including detailed requirements for bid pricing, product specifications, certifications, and delivery conditions, such as timely and early deliveries, shipment quantities, and quality standards. Vendors are required to provide their payment and discount terms explicitly in their response headers or comments section, ensuring transparency and clarity in financial arrangements. The contract’s scope also includes adherence to USDA grading standards, frozen product standards, and mixed freight delivery conditions, aligning with the Virginia Distribution Center’s (VDC) special terms and conditions outlined in related documents. The primary point of contact for this solicitation is Kevin Davis, reachable via email or phone, and further details can be accessed through the provided online link. Overall, the contract aims to secure quality ingredients efficiently while ensuring compliance with all regulatory and quality standards set forth by the state of Virginia.