Description
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Department of Human Services is soliciting bids (IFB) for the supply of “Food 2” – a broad range of miscellaneous frozen and refrigerated foods – to Wernersville State Hospital (Berks County) for the period January 1 through March 31 2027. The contract will cover items such as bagels, biscuits, croissants, donuts, frozen entrees, various pies, egg products, vegetarian burgers, milkshakes, and other specialty bakery and prepared foods. Vendors must meet USDA inspection requirements, provide proper labeling, deliver on freezer trucks at ≤10 °F, and comply with strict packaging, expiration‑date, and delivery‑time specifications. The solicitation opens on 11/02/26, bids are due 11/16/26 at 9:00 AM, and opening occurs immediately thereafter at the hospital. No pre‑bid meeting or site visit is required.
• Supply a full catalog of approved “Food 2” items (see detailed commodity list)
• All products must be USDA‑ inspected, labeled, and have ≥30 days before “sell‑by” date
• Frozen items delivered on freezer trucks, ≤10 °F, solidly frozen
• Delivery window: Jan 1‑Mar 31 2027, at Wernersville State Hospital
• Vendor responsible for product substitutions, labeling changes, and any rejected items (liquidated damages may apply)
• No addenda; contract awarded after bid opening (award date not yet set)