Kd/Vdc/Tea Bags, Margarine Cup Singles/10-24

This contract involves a one-time procurement of tea bags and single-serving margarine cups, with a total estimated value ranging from $10,000 to $50,000. The solicitation, identified as A194DGS:79777, was posted on October 17, 2024, with a response deadline of October 21, 2024. It is managed by the Virginia Department of General Services under the Virginia Department of Education (SLED), and is open to vendors capable of meeting the specified requirements. The contract emphasizes strict adherence to the Virginia Distribution Center's special terms and conditions, which include compliance with Commonwealth procurement regulations, product quality standards, delivery schedules, and certification requirements such as USDA grade certificates. Vendors are required to submit their responses with clear payment terms, including any discounts, in the designated response header or comments section. The procurement process is supported by detailed guidelines outlined in the VDC Special Terms and Conditions documents, which specify bid pricing, qualified product lists, delivery expectations—including late and early deliveries—and standards for frozen products and mixed freight shipments. The contract aims to ensure the procurement of quality, compliant products through firm unit pricing, pre-qualified product lists, and certification requirements. A quick quote evaluation process is available via the eVA platform for awarded bids, streamlining the selection process. The primary point of contact for this solicitation is Kevin Davis, reachable via email or phone, who oversees vendor communications and contract compliance.