Description
The State of North Carolina’s Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking competitive sealed bids to supply fresh bread and assorted bakery items on a recurring basis to four state‑operated healthcare facilities in the western region. The contract will be a three‑year term with an initial award value based on estimated annual usage of various breads, rolls, and buns. Bidders must be registered North Carolina vendors, submit a complete electronic bid through the NC e‑Procurement Sourcing Tool, and comply with all state procurement regulations, including E‑Verify and certification requirements. The award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with the possibility of price‑match provisions for in‑state vendors.
• Supplies include whole‑grain, white, multi‑grain, rye, wheatberry breads, hamburger buns, hot‑dog buns, dinner rolls, Texas toast, and hoagie sub rolls.
• Estimated annual quantities range from ~800 to 5,000 units per item across the four facilities.
• Contract term: 3 years, beginning May 6 2027 (or later).
• Bid submission deadline: November 12 2026 1:00 PM ET (electronic).
• Questions due: November 2 2026 1:00 PM ET via the e‑Procurement message board.
• Mandatory vendor registration in NC’s eVP system; e‑Procurement fee may apply.
• Vendor must provide a contract manager and customer‑service contact, maintain product freshness, and adhere to delivery schedules.
• Pricing is firm for 180 days from contract effective date; price adjustments only through negotiated change orders.