Description
The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners is seeking competitive sealed bids for an annual supply contract of milk, dairy products, and frozen snack items to serve multiple county facilities, with four optional one‑year renewal periods. The contract will commence on February 18 2027 and requires domestic production, strict delivery schedules, and compliance with extensive insurance and regulatory requirements. Bidders must provide pricing for a detailed list of items (e.g., 2 % homogenized milk, skim milk, lactose‑free milk, chocolate milk, almond milk, cottage cheese, sour cream, various ice‑cream and snack bars) totaling hundreds of thousands of units per year, and must meet insurance, bonding, and certification standards.
• Scope: Supply and deliver specified dairy and frozen snack products to two county locations (Senior Services Center and Correctional Complex) on a weekly schedule.
• Quantity: Approx. 136 000 units of 2 % milk, 13 000 chocolate milk, 2 600 almond milk, plus dozens of other items; total annual volume exceeds 300 000 units.
• Delivery: One‑time weekly to Senior Services; twice‑weekly to Corrections, between 6 a.m.–11 a.m. (Senior) and 6 a.m.–1 p.m. (Corrections).
• Contract term: 1 year starting 2/18/2027, with up to four 12‑month renewal options.
• Requirements: Domestic production, insurance (CGL $2 M, Auto $1 M, Workers’ Comp $500 k, etc.), A‑M Best rating ≥ A‑7, certifications, and compliance with federal NSIP funding rules.
• Submission: Sealed bids due Dec 11 2026, 2:50 PM ET; questions due Nov 20 2026; bid opening virtual on Dec 11 2026.
• Evaluation: Lowest responsive and responsible bid will be awarded; contracts may be split or awarded in whole.