WIC and MyPlate Promotional Materials

The contract involves the procurement and delivery of WIC and MyPlate branded promotional materials to the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services, managed through the Iowa Department of Administrative Services. Covering a period from September 2025 to August 2026, the scope includes supplying specific quantities of items such as children's cups, water bottles, silicone spoons, and reusable grocery bags, all branded according to approved graphics and branding standards provided via a designated Google Drive link. The materials must meet FDA food safety standards, be durable for shipping to 18 locations across Iowa within 30 days of order, and feature compliant labeling and branding. The contract emphasizes strict adherence to branding graphics, labeling requirements, and packaging standards, with no explicit bar-code or MIL-STD specifications. The awarded vendor must register to do business in Iowa prior to payment, and all items are to be drop shipped to multiple locations, with the initial contract valued between $50,000 and $150,000, and options for renewal up to five additional years. The solicitation is price-driven, with evaluation based on responsiveness, bidder responsibility, and lowest responsible bid, giving preference to Iowa products and businesses in case of a tie. Bids must be submitted electronically via the Iowa IMPACS portal by August 29, 2025, and include mandatory certifications such as Form 22, a Certification Letter, and disclosure of scrutinized company status. The contract incorporates Iowa state laws and regulations, including public records, gift restrictions, and preference statutes, but does not reference federal FAR clauses. Bidders are required to submit proofs and samples of items with their bid, and the agency reserves the right to verify references and reject non-compliant bids. Contract renewal options are at the agency’s discretion, and all communication during the procurement process is channeled through designated contacts, primarily the issuing officer, Carlos Fuentes.