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This Solicitation opportunity from Virginia was posted on April 30, 2024. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Vdc Invite For Bid, Rice, Kosher Certified

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A194DGS:65432State & Local

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NAICS: 311999
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Full-Line Food and Food-Service Supply Distribution - Lawton Indian Hospital
Solicitation # IHS-SS-10222026
The Indian Health Service is issuing a Sources Sought notice, solicitation number IHS-SS-10222026, to identify capable Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) for a five-year Blanket Purchase Agreement. The requirement is for full-line food and food-service supply distribution to the Lawton Indian Hospital Dietary Department in Lawton, Oklahoma. Under the Buy Indian Act, preference will be given to Indian Economic Enterprises. The selected contractor must provide all labor, transportation, and resources to deliver products to the hospital receiving dock, with standard orders required within two business days and a preference for delivery between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. The contractor must adhere to strict quality and safety standards, including FDA Food Code, HACCP principles for cold-chain handling, and USDA Grade A or equivalent quality. Specific shelf-life requirements apply to various product categories, such as a minimum of two weeks for milk and 90 days for frozen items. Interested respondents must submit a capability statement and a Buy Indian Act Representation Form to Contract Specialist Mary Ann Yocham by November 6, 2026. Submissions are limited to five pages and must demonstrate specific experience in food distribution rather than providing generic capability statements. Evaluation for the eventual award will be based on a representative market basket of high-consumption items.
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The Virginia Department of General Services is issuing a term contract solicitation for the supply of kosher-certified rice, with the solicitation number A194DGS:65432, posted on April 30, 2024, and with a response deadline of May 23, 2024. The contract aims to secure a reliable source of rice that meets specific certification standards, emphasizing compliance with procurement regulations and quality standards outlined in the Virginia Distribution Center's special terms and conditions. The procurement process includes a focus on small business participation, requiring bidders to submit a Small Business Subcontracting Plan that demonstrates how over 42% of purchases will be made from Virginia-certified small businesses, with detailed instructions for certification and subcontracting commitments. The contract documents highlight the importance of adherence to strict delivery, quality, and certification standards, including USDA grade requirements, frozen product standards, and timely delivery conditions. The special terms and conditions specify bid pricing, product qualification, and compliance with Virginia’s procurement regulations, ensuring that awarded vendors meet the state's standards for product quality, certification, and delivery logistics. The primary point of contact for this solicitation is Kevin Davis, reachable via email or phone, and additional details are accessible through the provided vendor link. Overall, this contract aims to facilitate a transparent, compliant, and efficient procurement process for kosher rice, supporting Virginia’s small business participation goals and quality standards.

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DGS General Terms and Conditions Effective July 1, 2020

DOCX, High priority: read this firstgeneral-terms-and-conditions
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IFB 194-65432 Rice Attachments A-D Scope of Work

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Vendor's Small Business Subcontracting Plan

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Virginia Distribution Center Special Terms and Conditions July 2019

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AgencyVirginia Department of General Services
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VDC INVITE TO BID, TERM CONTRACT, RICE (KOSHER CERTIFIED)

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