Description
The State of Louisiana’s Office of State Procurement is issuing an Invitation to Bid for a blanket‑order contract to supply a wide range of grocery items for resale in the Department of Corrections’ prison canteens. The contract will run for an initial 12‑month period (January 1 2027 – December 31 2027) with the option to extend two additional 12‑month periods, not to exceed a total of 36 months. Vendors must be registered in the LaGov vendor portal, submit a fully‑priced bid (including freight) online or by mail, and meet all special terms and conditions. The award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder; individual line items may be rejected. Delivery is on an as‑needed basis, 5‑7 days after receipt of order (ARO), with minimum order quantities as low as one unit.
• Blanket‑order supply of over 20 grocery SKUs (tortillas, chili, beans, rice, instant potatoes, sauces, canned vegetables, etc.)
• Quantities range from 1,000 – 8,000 units per SKU; pricing must be unit‑price inclusive of delivery (FOB destination)
• Contract value not disclosed; vendor must provide a W‑9 and may be required to post a bid bond per the Special Terms
• Bids due by 10/14/2026 10:00 AM CST; bid opening will be streamed via Zoom
• Optional contract renewal for two additional 12‑month terms at the same price and terms