Description
The City of New York, through the Department of Citywide Administrative Services, is seeking qualified vendors to supply a broad range of dairy products for the Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) and other city agencies under a two‑year requirements contract. The solicitation includes detailed product specifications, NY‑state sourcing requirements, packaging, labeling, and certification mandates. Bidders must submit pricing for every listed item, provide supporting documentation (nutrition labels, NY‑state sourcing evidence, halal/kosher certificates where applicable), and adhere to a strict electronic submission process via PASSPort.
• Scope covers fluid milks, lactose‑free milks, soy milk, yogurts, cheese varieties, spreadable items (cream cheese, ricotta, margarine, light sour‑cream), and large‑egg cases.
• Quantities run from tens of thousands of milk containers to 800 cases of eggs, with exact case/box specifications and NY‑state sourcing rules for many items.
• Contract type is a city‑wide “Requirements” (indefinite‑quantity) contract, with quarterly price adjustments tied to USDA and Urner Barry indices.
• Mandatory documentation must be submitted within 7 calendar days of any City request; bids are due 5 May 2026 12:00 PM ET, with a pre‑bid virtual conference on 23 April 2026.