Description
The City of New York, through DCAS on behalf of the Administration for Children’s Services (ACS), is seeking vendors to provide a comprehensive, two‑year requirements contract for meat, poultry, fish, and turkey products. All items must be frozen, vacuum‑packed, meet USDA grade standards, be halal‑certified where indicated, and be sourced at least 90 % from New York State. Vendors must submit pricing for each listed item code, along with required certifications and nutrition labels, and must adhere to strict packaging specifications (no metal ties, case‑weight limits).
• Scope covers five product classes (beef, chicken, fish, turkey, blended beef) with detailed sub‑items and quantities totaling roughly 1.4 M USD in estimated procurement value.
• Bids are submitted electronically via PASSPort; the deadline is 5 May 2026 11:00 AM ET (recommended 48 hours early).
• A virtual pre‑bid conference was held on 23 April 2026 (attendance not mandatory).
• Questions must be submitted by 8 May 2026; all supporting documentation must be provided within 7 calendar days of a city request.