City of Jasper Annual Purchase Agreement for Inmate Food - 2026
City of JasperCity · Jasper, AL- Due
- Nov 30, 2026
- 19 days left
- Posted
- Nov 3, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Jessica Cook
- (205) 385-7968
The 30-second brief
The City of Jasper, Alabama is soliciting sealed bids to award an annual purchase agreement for the City's acquisition of inmate food for prisoners detained in the jail on short-term sentences. The successful vendor shall deliver items including frozen dinners, frozen breakfasts, white sandwich bread, tea bags, sugar, peanut butter packs, jelly packs, and single-serve drink packets on a scheduled or as-needed basis. The contract period is for twelve months from award, with options to renew for a second and third twelve-month period. Bids are due by November 30th, 2026 at 11:00 A.M., and will be evaluated by item, group, or total based on price, conformity to specifications, and delivery capabilities.
1 case of Frozen dinner (1 meat, 2 vegetables), 1 case of Frozen breakfast (potato, Eggs, Cheese, Meat), 1 case Frozen dinner (vegetarian), 1 loaf of white sandwich bread, 1 case of gallon tea bags, 1 bag of sugar (10 lb), 1 case of sandwich bags, 1 case of plastic spoons, 1 case peanut butter packs (0.5 oz), 1 case jelly packs (0.5 oz), 1 case single-serve drink packets, Banquet Dinners, Hungry-Man Dinners, Gatorade, Ensure, Water 24pk, Lance Crackers, Pot Pies, Apples
Price, conformity to specifications, financial ability, previous performance, facilities and equipment, availability of repair parts, experience, delivery promise, compatibility
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Summary
The City of Jasper, Alabama is soliciting sealed bids to award an annual purchase agreement for the City's acquisition of inmate food for prisoners detained in the jail on short-term sentences.
The successful vendor shall deliver items including frozen dinners, frozen breakfasts, white sandwich bread, tea bags, sugar, peanut butter packs, jelly packs, and single-serve drink packets on a scheduled or as-needed basis. The contract period is for twelve months from award, with options to renew for a second and third twelve-month period. Bids are due by November 30th, 2026 at 11:00 A.M., and will be evaluated by item, group, or total based on price, conformity to specifications, and delivery capabilities.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Price
- Conformity to specifications
- Financial ability
- Previous performance
- Facilities and equipment
- Availability of repair parts
- Experience
- Delivery promise
- Compatibility
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
19- 1 case of Frozen dinner (1 meat, 2 vegetables)
- 1 case of Frozen breakfast (potato, Eggs, Cheese, Meat)
- 1 case Frozen dinner (vegetarian)
- 1 loaf of white sandwich bread
- 1 case of gallon tea bags
- 1 bag of sugar (10 lb)
- 1 case of sandwich bags
- 1 case of plastic spoons
- 1 case peanut butter packs (0.5 oz)
- 1 case jelly packs (0.5 oz)
- 1 case single-serve drink packets
- Banquet Dinners
- Hungry-Man Dinners
- Gatorade
- Ensure
- Water 24pk
- Lance Crackers
- Pot Pies
- Apples
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bid Form
- Submit to
- Purchasing Agent's office, City of Jasper, 400 19th Street West, Jasper, Alabama 35502
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Jasper, AL
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Jasper?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 30, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Purchasing Agent's office, City of Jasper, 400 19th Street West, Jasper, Alabama 35502. For questions, contact Jessica Cook.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Jasper in AL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Jessica Cook at (205) 385-7968. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 1 case of Frozen dinner (1 meat, 2 vegetables), 1 case of Frozen breakfast (potato, Eggs, Cheese, Meat), 1 case Frozen dinner (vegetarian), 1 loaf of white sandwich bread, 1 case of gallon tea bags, 1 bag of sugar (10 lb), 1 case of sandwich bags, 1 case of plastic spoons, 1 case peanut butter packs. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Price, conformity to specifications, financial ability, previous performance, facilities and equipment, availability of repair parts, experience, delivery promise, compatibility" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Jasper?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Jasper are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Jasper regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 30, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bid Form. Review the full document from City of Jasper for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Jasper, AL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.