Dairy Products Government Bids & RFPs

Proposal due date is July 6, 2023, at 2:00 p. m. EST. End product food items are to be delivered to a PGCPS FNS contracted distributor.

Payment shall be made within 30 days after the date on the invoice. Payment shall be net 30 days from date of receipt of monthly statements.

The evaluation process includes reviewing product specification sheets and submitted samples. Only those respondents who offered products that conform with the nutritional specifications outlined in this solicitation, as well as the buy american act will move forward in the evaluation process.

Vendors must be qualified USDA Foods commodity processors, have a USDA approved Summary End Product Data Schedule (SEPDs), and be approved as a processor in the state of Maryland. They must also comply with all federal, state, and local laws.

In the event of failure to deliver on time or deliver items that do not meet bid specifications, the vendor may be responsible for reimbursing the school district for losses incurred. Late deliveries and product shortages can result in the vendor being recommended for default, as defined in the contract.

Yes, samples will be requested from prospective bidders after review of product specifications. Prospective bidders will be given a three 3 day lead time for samples.

Failure to adhere to submission requirements, making changes to terms and conditions, not submitting questions properly, or failing to meet specifications may result in disqualification or rejection of the proposal.

It is strongly preferred that the system be delivered, installed, and fully operational no later than August 30, 2026. it is strongly preferred that the system be delivered, installed, and fully operational no later than august 30, 2026.

Suppliers must select from Net 30, Net 20, Net 10, Net 5, or 15/Net 30. select the payment terms for this offer. net 30 net 20 net 10 net 5 15net 30 2 15net 30

Suppliers are required to attach a document describing the warranty for each piece of equipment. attach a document describing the warranty for each piece of equipment included in the offer

The evaluation may be based upon total cost of ownership, lead time, ability to meet or exceed equipment specifications, and the ability and quality of installation, training, and technical support. the evaluation of this rfprfq may be based upon, but not limited to: total cost of ownership lead time ability to meet or exceed equipment specifications ability and quality of installation, training, and technical support proposed payment and delivery terms

Suppliers must provide 3 references from customers who have purchased and are currently using the same or similar products/services. all 3 references will, preferably, be from customers who have purchased and are currently using the same or similar productsservices as described in this rfq.

Exceptions taken to the general terms and conditions or scope of work/specifications may cause the proposal to be rejected. exceptions taken may cause the proposal to be rejected at the sole discretion of university.