Description
The Oregon Department of Corrections is seeking bids for the supply of canned pear fruit (peeled, canned in juice, water‑packed or light‑syrup) to fulfill a requirement of 3,808 cases. The contract will be awarded on a competitive sealed‑bid basis, with delivery on a FOB‑destination basis to the agency’s central distribution center in Salem. Bidders must provide unit pricing, meet all USDA/FDA food‑safety specifications, and comply with packaging, labeling, and palletization requirements. Preference pricing may be applied for Oregon‑processed goods and Oregon‑resident bidders.
• Quantity: 3,808 cases of canned pears (≈ 160,000 lb)
• Delivery: Four full‑truck‑loads, palletized, FOB destination
• Requirements: Grade B or better, proper labeling, 50 lb max case, HACCP compliance, insurance, and possible sample submission
• Evaluation: Lowest responsive, responsible bid with possible 5 % Buy‑Oregon and 5 % resident‑bidder preferences