Description
The City of New York’s Department of Citywide Administrative Services is soliciting bids for a one‑year Requirements Contract to supply nutritional‑supplement food products (high‑protein powders, whey packets, protein shakes, protein bars, etc.) to the Department of Correction’s facilities. The contract is unit‑price based, delivered FOB‑destination, and must comply with NYC food‑standards, New York State sourcing, and any kosher/halal certifications indicated. Vendors must submit a fully completed bid sheet via the PASSPort portal by the October 9, 2026 deadline and provide all required documentation within seven days of any City request.
• Supplies include specific brands (e.g., Bernard Foods HI‑PRO PLUS, Beneprotein, Abbott Ensure High Protein, Carnation Breakfast Essentials, Nature Valley) or equivalent products.
• Mandatory qualifications: at least two years of food‑commodity experience and three government references; all required forms (Good Food Purchasing, questionnaires, etc.) must be uploaded.
• Delivery to DOC sites (primarily Riker’s Island) must be scheduled in advance, with bill of lading and pallet requirements; compliance with NYC vehicle‑safety riders applies if City‑owned trucks are used.