Soup/Gravy Bases

Georgia Correctional Industries Administration (GCI) is soliciting bids for a contract to supply Soup/Gravy Bases under solicitation number 92100-GCI0001083, with a response deadline extended to January 27, 2026. Suppliers must provide the product according to specific certification requirements, including vegan and kosher certification, and ensure a minimum shelf life of 180 days. Pricing must include delivery, with shipments made F.O.B. Destination to the GCI Dry Storage Warehouse located at 800 Abattoir Road, Milledgeville, GA 31061. Deliveries are scheduled Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., excluding Fridays, weekends, and Georgia state holidays, with vendors required to coordinate delivery dates in advance. Sample products must be provided free of charge upon request, with samples reflecting the actual product and packaging to be delivered if awarded the contract. The procurement is governed by applicable state contracting laws and policies, including tax compliance requirements and adherence to Georgia Department of Corrections’ PREA standards, which underscore the department’s zero-tolerance policy for sexual abuse and harassment within correctional facilities. All suppliers must meet tax eligibility criteria verified through the Georgia Department of Revenue to avoid disqualification. The contract does not specify a set-aside type, and the relevant NAICS code is 311999, encompassing specialty food manufacturing. The primary point of contact for this solicitation is Kesi Bates, who can be reached via email or phone. The contract is designed to support GCI’s operational needs while ensuring compliance with state procurement regulations, product quality standards, and correctional facility safety policies.