New York State Meat Items for Taberg and Harriet Tubman Residential Centers

The New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) is soliciting bids for New York State (NYS) meat items. These items must be 100% produced, grown, or harvested in New York State, or for processed meats, must contain at least 51% (by weight or volume) of raw materials grown, harvested, or produced in NYS, with processing also occurring in NYS. The selected vendor will be responsible for supplying and delivering these meat items to Taberg Residential Center and Harriet Tubman Residential Center on an approximate weekly basis. The solicitation includes specific meat items such as ground beef, beef chunks, boneless chicken breast, chicken wings, and chicken thighs, with estimated monthly quantities provided. Bidders must quote for every item listed and ensure all costs associated with supplying and delivering are included. Compliance with all applicable Federal and NYS laws, including safe transport temperatures, is mandatory. The contract aims to meet the goals of NYS Executive Order 32, which mandates a prescribed percentage of food spend on NYS-grown, harvested, or produced items.