Statewide Bakery Products

Solicitation STATE 0000000601SL is a request for proposals issued by the Missouri Office of Administration, Division of Purchasing, to establish a preferred use contract for the delivery of fresh bakery products to various state agencies throughout Missouri. This as-needed contract requires vendors to provide firm, fixed pricing that includes all packing, handling, and shipping charges, with a preference for 24 oz. sliced and wrapped loaves. Deliveries must be made FOB Destination within seven calendar days of a properly executed order and cannot occur on official state or federal holidays. The selected contractor must also participate in the State of Missouri’s Cooperative Procurement Program, extending the same terms and pricing to other government entities. The award process involves a mandatory compliance review followed by a cost evaluation per region, where the lowest and best vendor is determined based on total cost and applicable preference points. Bonus points are available for commitments to nonprofit organizations or workshops, with a maximum of 15 points for commitments of 6% or more of the contract value. Contractors are subject to various state and federal regulations, including the Domestic Product Procurement Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Anti-Discrimination Against Israel Act. Administrative requirements include monthly invoicing and the submission of a quarterly administrative fee report totaling 1% of overall payments received. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the MissouriBUYS portal by October 28, 2026.