Kd/Vdc/Shredded Cheeses/08-25/Lot Bid100952

The contract pertains to a one-time bid solicitation issued by the Virginia Department of General Services for the purchase of two shredded cheese products, specifically a lot bid. The procurement emphasizes strict compliance with Virginia’s procurement regulations and requires vendors to include payment terms, including any discounts, in their response headers or comments sections. The contract specifies that exterior cases must feature a U.P.C. barcode and explicitly states that Horizon brand cheeses are not accepted. The solicitation, posted on August 13, 2025, with a response deadline of August 18, 2025, targets vendors capable of supplying shredded cheeses within a contract value range of $50,000 to $150,000. The vendor selection process involves a quick quote evaluation available through the eVA platform, with results not provided via fax or phone due to purchasing volume constraints. The accompanying special terms and conditions, updated as of July 2019, outline comprehensive requirements for product quality, delivery, and compliance. These include adherence to USDA grading standards, frozen product specifications, and delivery schedules, with provisions for early or late deliveries. Vendors must ensure that products meet specified certifications and quality standards, and shipments may involve mixed freight deliveries. The terms also detail the necessity for qualified product lists and certification documentation to guarantee product authenticity and compliance. Overall, the contract emphasizes firm pricing, product pre-qualification, and strict adherence to regulatory and quality standards to ensure the procurement of high-quality shredded cheese products for Virginia’s distribution needs.