Description
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Public Health is seeking vendors to provide low‑protein foods and medically‑prescribed metabolic formulas for individuals with phenylketonuria (PKU) or related metabolic disorders who are uninsured or under‑insured. Vendors must hold a valid food‑processing or wholesale‑distribution license, be able to accept orders electronically, confirm receipt within 48 hours, and ship orders within 72 hours, providing tracking information. The contract is a multiple‑vendor, fee‑for‑service arrangement with a five‑year base period (July 1 2024 – June 30 2029) and two optional two‑year renewals, totaling up to ten years, with an estimated total value of $1.8 million.
• Required products: low‑protein alternatives (meat, dairy, pasta, breads) and metabolic formulas for PKU and related disorders.
• Mandatory capabilities: electronic order acceptance, 48‑hour order acknowledgment, 72‑hour delivery, and prompt invoicing via EFT.
• Compliance: FDA CGMP, Massachusetts GMP, and submission of current license, price list, and detailed fulfillment procedures.