Description
The State of Louisiana’s Office of State Procurement is seeking a qualified vendor to provide a blanket‑order contract for Chili Cheese Corn Chips (Frito‑Lay, 2 oz bags, 64 bags per case) to be resold in the Department of Corrections’ prison canteens. The contract is awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with an initial term ending 12/31/2026 and optional two one‑year renewals (maximum 36 months). Orders will be placed on an as‑needed basis; the vendor must be able to ship within 7‑10 days after receipt of order (ARO) and include all freight in the unit price. Bids must be submitted electronically via the LaGov portal by the opening date of 09/15/2026, and the vendor must be pre‑registered in the system.
• Product: Chili Cheese Corn Chips, 2 oz bag, 64 bags/case (Brand: Frito‑Lay)
• Quantity estimate: 6,500 cases (initial) with variable additional orders
• Delivery: 7‑10 days ARO, freight‑included, F.O.B. destination
• Contract type: Blanket order, non‑guaranteed quantity, renewable up to 36 months
• Award criteria: Lowest responsive and responsible bid; state may reject individual line items
• Submission: Electronic via LaGov portal; must include W‑9 if newly registered
• Key dates: Issue 08/27/2026, Bid opening 09/15/2026 10:00 AM CST, award date not specified.