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Columbia County Meat/Meat Products Request for Bid - #26-014 (2026)

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Due
Nov 5, 2026
2 days left
Posted
Oct 2, 2026
Duration
6 months
Primary contact
Marissa Hogencamp
(518) 828-2031

The 30-second brief

What they're buying

Columbia County Central Services is seeking bids for a six-month contract for the delivery of various meat and meat products to participating county departments, facilities, and agencies, including the Office for the Aging Nutrition Site in Philmont, NY. The contract covers a comprehensive list of beef, cold cuts, fish, pork, poultry, veal, lamb, and frozen entrees, delivered on an as-needed basis from January 1, 2027 through June 30, 2027. Bids are due by 2:00 P.M. on Thursday, November 5, 2026, with a pre-bid question deadline of October 16, 2026. Required submissions include an original and one USB flash drive in PDF format, along with non-collusive bidding certificates and Iran Divestment Act compliance certifications.

What you must deliver

Beef products including bottom round, Top round, Eye of round, Brisket, Rib eye, Stewing beef, Ground beef, Meatballs, Corned beef, And frankfurters; cold cuts including bologna, Roasted chicken breast, Ham, Loaf, And liverwurst; fish including cod, Haddock, Pollock, Crab meat, Shrimp, And tuna; pork products including bacon, Ham, Kielbasa, Pepperoni, Diced pork, Pork chops, Pork loins, Pork sausage links, And breakfast sausage patties; poultry products including chicken meat, Chicken legs, Chicken thighs, Chicken tenders, Chicken patties, Chicken breasts, And turkey products; veal patties; lamb leg; frozen entrees including stuffed cabbage rolls, Stuffed peppers, Salisbury steak, Rib-shaped patties, And pocket sandwiches

How it's scored

Quality versus price basis, taking into consideration bidder responsibility, materials of items deemed best adapted to uses of Columbia County, delivery timeframes, and ordering procedures/methods submitted by respondents

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Summary

Columbia County Central Services is seeking bids for a six-month contract for the delivery of various meat and meat products to participating county departments, facilities, and agencies, including the Office for the Aging Nutrition Site in Philmont, NY. The contract covers a comprehensive list of beef, cold cuts, fish, pork, poultry, veal, lamb, and frozen entrees, delivered on an as-needed basis from January 1, 2027 through June 30, 2027.

Bids are due by 2:00 P.M. on Thursday, November 5, 2026, with a pre-bid question deadline of October 16, 2026. Required submissions include an original and one USB flash drive in PDF format, along with non-collusive bidding certificates and Iran Divestment Act compliance certifications.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Quality versus price basis, taking into consideration bidder responsibility, materials of items deemed best adapted to uses of Columbia County, delivery timeframes, and ordering procedures/methods submitted by respondents

REQUIRED DELIVERABLES

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  • Beef products including bottom round, Top round, Eye of round, Brisket, Rib eye, Stewing beef, Ground beef, Meatballs, Corned beef, And frankfurters
  • Cold cuts including bologna, Roasted chicken breast, Ham, Loaf, And liverwurst
  • Fish including cod, Haddock, Pollock, Crab meat, Shrimp, And tuna
  • Pork products including bacon, Ham, Kielbasa, Pepperoni, Diced pork, Pork chops, Pork loins, Pork sausage links, And breakfast sausage patties
  • Poultry products including chicken meat, Chicken legs, Chicken thighs, Chicken tenders, Chicken patties, Chicken breasts, And turkey products
  • Veal patties
  • Lamb leg
  • Frozen entrees including stuffed cabbage rolls, Stuffed peppers, Salisbury steak, Rib-shaped patties, And pocket sandwiches

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS

4
  • Bid Response
  • Bidder's Certification of Compliance with Iran Divestment Act
  • Non-Collusive Bidding Certificate
  • Certificates of Insurance
Submit to
Columbia County Central Services, 401 State St., Hudson, New York 12534
Scope location
Hudson, NY

Questions about this BID

How do I respond to this Bid from Columbia County?

Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 5, 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: Columbia County Central Services, 401 State St., Hudson, New York 12534. For questions, contact Marissa Hogencamp.

Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?

Most government agencies, including Columbia County in NY, 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 Marissa Hogencamp at (518) 828-2031. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.

What are the key deliverables?

The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Beef products including bottom round, Top round, Eye of round, Brisket, Rib eye, Stewing beef, Ground beef, Meatballs, Corned beef, And frankfurters; cold cuts including bologna, Roasted chicken breast, Ham, Loaf, And liverwurst; fish including cod, Haddock, Pollock, Crab meat, Shrimp, And tuna; por. 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: "Quality versus price basis, taking into consideration bidder responsibility, materials of items deemed best adapted to uses of Columbia County, delivery timeframes, and ordering procedures/methods sub..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.

Where can I find more RFPs from Columbia County?

All active and historical solicitations from Columbia County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Columbia County 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 6 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.

Is this solicitation still open for submissions?

Based on the posted deadline of November 5, 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 Response, Bidder's Certification of Compliance with Iran Divestment Act, Non-Collusive Bidding Certificate, Certificates of Insurance. Review the full document from Columbia County for the complete list.

What is the scope of this project?

This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Hudson, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.

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