Low Sodium Crackers

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction has issued solicitation 52-IFB-2398563364-RJB to establish an agency-specific term contract for the procurement of low sodium crackers. The state anticipates a total quantity of 7,200 cases, specifically requesting Unsalted Tops Zesta 30100-12869 or a functional equivalent with a sodium content not exceeding 2 percent. The contract features an initial one-year term with the option for two additional one-year renewals. Bids must be submitted via the Sourcing Tool by October 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. Deliveries are to be made on an as-needed basis, Free-On-Board Destination, primarily to the NCDAC Central Warehouse in Raleigh, North Carolina. The required packaging is 500/2 per case, and all goods must be palletized without the use of metal banding. Each case must be clearly labeled with ingredients, nutritional values, and allergens. The awarded vendor must comply with USDA, NCDA, and FDA standards and may be required to provide an effective Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point plan. Payment is contingent upon inspection and acceptance of goods by the receiving agency, with invoicing handled through single invoices for each order. Vendors must provide an eVP number and certify compliance with various state and federal regulations, including E-Verify for employers with more than 25 employees, fair employment practices, and a drug-free workplace policy. Evaluation factors may include proposed tariff surcharges and the impact of performance outside the United States. Strict communication restrictions are in place, and any unauthorized contact regarding the proposal may lead to disqualification.