Groceries and Beverages

2026-11-03

Requirements The awarded supplier must provide all bid items during the duration of the contract period ; however , The State Entity reserves the right to select an alternate supplier for use in the event the awarded supplier cannot meet the terms of the contract . All bid products must conform to the U . S minimum standards of identity as authorized by the “ Food , Drug , and Cosmetic Act ” and supporting regulations in 21 CFR Federal Regulations . Failure to comply with minimum standards will cause the supplier to be in violation of the contract with The State Entity as well as Federal Law . All products must be natural , free of artificial colors , flavors and preservatives . Minimal ingredients and processing are required by The State Entity . The State Entity must purchase only trans - fat free products , except for naturally occurring small amounts of trans - fat that may be in an animal product per federal requirement . Information concerning the specifications , manufacture ’ s name , manufacturer ’ s code number or pack size shall be based on the latest available information from The State Entity . Offerors must submit an offer for all items listed in Attachment D - Cost Worksheet . To be deemed a responsive supplier . An incomplete cost worksheet may result in the offerors disqualification . Attach with bid pricing to each line item , information to include the following : Nutritional Analysis Preparation instructions Ingredients List Allergens List Fruit and Vegetables quality grade standard label , if applicable CN ( Child Nutrition ) Signed Manufacture ’ s Statement listing the percentage and gram weight including whole grain , if applicable Documentation verifying whether products are domestic or non - domestic

Georgia

2026-04-29