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Processing of USDA Material 100113 Bulk Chicken Legs

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26RFP20644State & Local

Response Deadline12/14/2026, 11:00:00 PM UTC

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AI Contract Overview

The South Dakota Department of Education’s Division of Child and Adult Nutrition Services is seeking a qualified consultant under solicitation 26RFP20644 to process USDA material 100113 Bulk Chicken Legs into usable food products for South Dakota schools. The scope of work involves processing approximately one to two trucks of material per school year into three specific deliverables: fully cooked diced cubes in sweet and spicy sauce, teriyaki flavored dark meat strips, and breaded dark meat chunks with tangerine sauce. All products must adhere to strict nutritional and regulatory standards, including CN requirements, USDA inspection, and HACCP programs. Packaging must include cooking instructions, a CN label, and pass through a metal detector, with a maximum case weight of 40 lbs. The contract period runs from July 1, 2027, to June 30, 2028, with the possibility of four additional one-year extensions. Performance and management will occur at the consultant's place of business. Award selection is based on a competitive negotiation process evaluating cost and subjective qualifications, with the highest-ranked consultant negotiating final terms. Requirements for the consultant include maintaining comprehensive insurance coverage, including $1,000,000 limits for general liability, professional liability, and automobile liability. Proposals must be submitted electronically by December 4, 2026, and must include a Summary End Product Data Schedule (SEPDS) Summary A or B to avoid rejection.

General Info

Consultant to process USDA bulk chicken legs into school meals for South Dakota.

Agency

South Dakota State Government

NAICS

311615 - Poultry Processing

Place of Performance

SD, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

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specifications

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rfp

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other

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certification

Low

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Timeline

PhaseSolicitation

PostedNov 2

Solicitation

Response DeadlineDec 14

Submission deadline

Response Deadline

12/14/2026, 11:00:00 PM UTCin about 1 month

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencySouth Dakota State Government

ContactsNo contacts available

OfficeN/A

Organization / AgencySouth Dakota State Government

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ContactsNo contact information available

Full Description

Purpose of this Request for Proposal (“RFP”) The South Dakota Department of Education’s Division of Child and Adult Nutrition Services seeks a qualified vendor to provide professional services on behalf of the State of South Dakota (“Consultant”) for the purpose of process USDA material 100113 Bulk Chicken Legs into usable form for South Dakota schools as further specified in Section 2 below. The Consultant will review all requirements of the RFP and provide a proposal by the deadline listed below. The Consultant will also provide supporting documentation on qualifications and experience to the State. Consultants may make email inquiries concerning this RFP to obtain clarification of requirements. No inquiries will be accepted after the date and time indicated in the Schedule of Activities. Inquiries must be sent to Rochelle Kenzy at contact@example.gov with the subject line “RFP #26RFP20644”. The State will respond to Consultant’s inquiries (if required) via e-mail. All Consultants will be informed of any inquiries and the State’s response. Consultants may not rely on any other statements, either of a written or oral nature, that alter any specification or other term or condition of this RFP. Consultants will be notified in the same manner as indicated above regarding any modifications to this RFP. Consultant’s Contacts: Consultant and their agents must direct all questions and comments regarding this RFP to the buyer of record as indicated above. Consultants and their agents may not contact any State of South Dakota employee other than the buyer of record regarding any of these matters during the solicitation and evaluation process. Inappropriate contacts are grounds for suspension or exclusion from specific procurements. Consultants and their agents who have questions regarding this matter should contact the buyer of record.