Soup/Gravy Bases

Georgia Correctional Industries Administration is soliciting bids for a supplier to provide Soup/Gravy Bases that meet specified requirements. The contract strictly requires suppliers to include all delivery charges within their line item pricing. Deliveries are to be made F.O.B. Destination to a designated warehouse located at 800 Abattoir Road, Milledgeville, GA 31061, specifically to the FDU Dry Storage facility. The solicitation was posted on January 15, 2026, and proposals must be submitted by January 23, 2026. The contracting agency is a state-level entity within Georgia, and the designated point of contact for this solicitation is Kesi Bates, reachable via phone and email. The procurement follows state procurement regulations and seeks compliance with relevant state contracting provisions. In addition to procurement specifics, suppliers must be mindful of Georgia state policies relevant to contracting, including tax compliance requirements, ensuring tax liabilities and state registration are properly addressed to remain eligible for award. The handling of the contract must comply with Georgia’s legal frameworks, which prohibit certain contract provisions that conflict with state law, such as indemnification or waiver of sovereign immunity. Although the focus of the contract is supply and delivery of food bases, the broader context of corrections-related policies—such as PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act) standards—reflects the administrative environment under which these contracts operate, emphasizing compliance and safety standards within Georgia correctional institutions. Overall, this solicitation is a formal invitation for suppliers capable of timely delivery of quality soup and gravy bases to meet the needs of Georgia Correctional Industries.