Specialty Dog Food, Treats, Supplements & Miscellaneous Supplies

The Connecticut Department of Correction is seeking to procure specialty dog food, treats, supplements, and miscellaneous supplies to support the health, performance, and well-being of its K-9 units under solicitation DOC26GS0001AA, issued by DAS Procurement. The solicitation, posted on May 21, 2026, with a response deadline of June 4, 2026, falls under NAICS code 311111 and requires contractors to supply products that meet nutritional standards for adult maintenance and active working dogs, with all items delivered in commercially sealed, tamper-evident packaging no larger than 25 lb bags or an approved equivalent. Each product must be clearly labeled with ingredients, lot numbers, and expiration dates, and must maintain a minimum remaining shelf life of at least 75% at the time of delivery. Contractors are also required to maintain full product traceability through batch and lot identification and to provide nutritional data and specifications upon request. Delivery must occur Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. on state business days, with F.O.B. Destination terms requiring all transportation and delivery charges prepaid by the contractor. Pricing is firm and net, with no cost increases permitted beyond the submitted bids. Contractors must comply with a number of state-specific legal and regulatory requirements, including Connecticut General Statutes Sections 4a-60 and 4a-60a regarding contract compliance, Sections 46a-71(d) and 46a-81i(d) concerning non-discrimination when the state is the awarding agency, and Section 9-612 for campaign contribution certification due to the anticipated value exceeding $50,000. Bidders must submit a complete and truthful Bidder Contract Compliance Monitoring Report, provide written nondiscrimination assurances, and confirm their standing with the Connecticut Secretary of State, including proof of business registration and good standing. In addition, contractors must provide an authorized signatory certificate, disclose any OSHA violations, and affirm no debarment or suspension status. Personnel accessing correctional facilities must be pre-cleared and maintain documentation of their security clearance at all times, with any personnel changes requiring 10 business days’ notice. Invoices must include purchase order numbers, delivery locations, item descriptions, quantities, and service dates, and must be sent to the State of Connecticut Department of Correction Accounts Payable unit in Wethers