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Supply of Root Crops and Ground Provisions

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The contract entails the procurement and delivery of staple root crops—yams, cassava, sweet potatoes, and dasheen—for use in institutional feeding programs at the National Chest Hospital in Jamaica. The initiative is part of a broader effort to support nutritious meal preparation for patients and staff, with the supplies sourced under a subcontract framework aligned with agricultural production standards. All deliveries must meet specified quality and volume requirements to ensure consistent availability for daily institutional needs. The contract is classified under NAICS code 112510, indicating its focus on animal and crop production, and is administered by the Government of Jamaica through the National Chest Hospital. Though no solicitation number or specific delivery schedule is provided, the posting date of July 23, 2026, signals the formal initiation of the procurement process. The place of performance and point of contact details remain unconfirmed, but the operation is localized within Jamaica, with an emphasis on sourcing locally grown provisions to enhance food security and support domestic agricultural producers. Interested parties can access further information through the official government e-procurement portal.

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Procurement of yams, cassava, sweet potatoes, and dasheen for National Chest Hospital meals in Jamaica.

Agency

Government of Jamaica → National Chest HospitalView Agency

NAICS

112510View NAICS

Place of Performance

JAM

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NONE

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PostedJul 23

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AgencyGovernment of Jamaica → National Chest Hospital

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Procurement and delivery of staple root crops including yams, cassava, sweet potatoes, and dasheen for institutional feeding at the National Chest Hospital.

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