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NAICS Code· 424480

NAICS 424480: Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of fresh fruits and vegetables. Show more

NAICS 424480 – Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Merchant Wholesalers encompasses the wholesale distribution of perishable agricultural products, including fresh fruits, vegetables, and related produce, to institutional, commercial, and government entities. This sector serves as a critical link in the food supply chain, facilitating bulk procurement and logistics for federal facilities such as military bases, federal prisons, VA medical centers, and other federally operated dining and nutrition programs.

11
Active Contracts
$1.9M
Total Obligations (12mo)
34
Awarded Contracts (12mo)
11
Contractors Awarded (12mo)
2
Median Bidders per Award
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NAICS code 424480 covers Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Merchant Wholesalers. This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of fresh fruits and vegetables.

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NAICS: 424480
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Fresh Produce - Request for Quote
Solicitation # DQ 2027000123
The Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) is soliciting quotes under solicitation number DQ 2027000123 for the supply of fresh produce to support correctional facility kitchens. This purchase order requires the delivery of various produce items, including apples, bananas, oranges, potatoes, and salad mixes, to multiple locations including the Buena Vista Correctional Complex, Arkansas Valley Correctional Facility, and others between October 19 and October 21, 2026. All goods must be F.O.B. Destination with all-inclusive pricing, meet current USDA standards for required grades, be date coded, and be shipped in appropriate transport containers. Substitutions are strictly prohibited, and the state reserves the right to inspect goods at any reasonable time and place. Quotes must be submitted via bidnetdirect.com by October 14, 2026, at 12:30 p.m. MST and must include completed exhibits for the statement of work, bidder information, W-9, price quote, and conflict of interest disclosures. Award decisions will be based on the most advantageous quote to the CDOC, with price and cost serving as the primary considerations, alongside sample quality, lead time, and past performance. The solicitation includes a 3 percent goal for Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and requires compliance with various federal regulations, including SAM exclusions and the Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment for awards exceeding 100,000 dollars. Invoices are to be submitted via email by the 15th of each month.
DOC - Corrections Administration

POSTED

6 days ago

CLOSED

about 1 hour ago
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NAICS: 424480
Closed
SLED
Fresh Produce - Request for Quote
Solicitation # DQ 2027000117
The Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) is soliciting quotes under solicitation number DQ 2027000117 for the supply of fresh produce to support correctional facility kitchens. This purchase order contract requires the delivery of produce that meets current United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) standards for the required grades. All products must be date coded, properly labeled for identity and origin, and shipped in appropriate transport containers. The CDOC emphasizes brand consistency, stating that substitutions or alternative products will be rejected. Deliveries are scheduled for October 2026 across four locations: the Buena Vista Correctional Complex, Arkansas Valley Correctional Facility, Central Warehouse, and Sterling Correctional Facility, each with specific delivery time deadlines. The contract will be awarded to the responsible bidder whose quote is most advantageous to the CDOC, with price and cost serving as the primary evaluation factors, followed by sample quality and delivery lead times. Bidders must submit their responses via bidnetdirect.com by October 7, 2026, at 12:30 p.m. MST, including all required exhibits such as the price quote, W-9, and consent to search. Special requirements include a 3% award goal for certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) based in Colorado. Awarded vendors must provide certificates of insurance and adhere to Occupational Safety and Health Act standards. Invoicing is to be handled via email by the 15th of each month.
DOC - Corrections Administration

POSTED

13 days ago

CLOSED

7 days ago
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