Fruit Applesauce

The Oregon Department of Corrections (ODOC) is seeking bids for the purchase of Fruit Canned Applesauce. The estimated delivered quantity per item is three (3) full truckloads, with one (1) full truckload to be delivered within 45 days of the purchase order, and the remaining two (2) full truckloads to be delivered 45 days apart or as scheduled by the ODOC warehouse staff. Bidders must provide a unit price for the item, and the bid must include all information as required in the ITB, including delivery information and signature page information. The ODOC reserves the right to request samples from one or more bidders during the evaluation process. Some key points to consider: • The ODOC prefers Oregon Goods and Services and will apply a 5% preference for Oregon Goods fabricated or processed entirely in Oregon. • The ODOC will also give a 5% preference for a qualifying resident Bidder that is headquartered in Oregon. • Bidders must submit a copy of the Good label and Nutritional Facts Label, which must comply with all current FDA required label changes. • All delivered Goods must have a minimum one (1) year shelf life remaining prior to the stamped Best Use By date/production date. • The ODOC will not accept imported Goods that have been stored in overseas containers in excess of one (1) month.