June 2026 Meat & Cheese - DOC-PE

RESPONSES WILL BE
PUBLICLY OPENED AT THE
PHYSICAL ADDRESS BELOW
STATE OF LOUISIANA
05/19/2026
Office of State Procurement 10:00 AM CST
INVITATION TO BID
TO SUBMIT AN ELECTRONIC ONLINE
RESPONSE CLICK THE LINK BELOW
SUBMIT NON-ELECTRONIC RESPONSE TO:
Office of State Procurement
1201 N. Third Street, Suite 2-160
Vendor No.:___________________
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Solicitation: 3000026202
Opening Date: 05/19/2026
RFx Number: 3000026202
Version: 1
Buyer: KEVIN BRANTON
Vendor Name and Address: (to be completed by Vendor)
Buyer Phone: 2253425522
E-Mail: kevin.branton@la.gov
Scheduled Begin Date:
Scheduled End Date:
T-Number:
Ship To Address:
Tim Rioux
DOC PRISON ENTERPRISES-WAKEFIELD MEAT
Mel Ott Drive
ST. FRANCISVILLE, LA 70775
ONLINE BID RESPONSE LINK
https://lagoverpvendor.doa.louisiana.gov/rfx?sapsrm_boid=567620E9FB021FE190E0A46A529C4E51
QUESTIONS TO BE COMPLETED BY VENDOR Required
1.______ Have you reviewed all attachments to the bid invitation and answered all questions? YES
2.______ Have you entered pricing, or attached the pricing sheet (if applicable) to the bid YES
response?
3.______ Have you attached / included all required files to the bid response? YES
4.______ Have you attached the signature page to the bid response? YES
5.______ Delivery will be made this number of days After Receipt of Order (ARO) NO
6.______ %discount for payment made within 30 days. Discounts for payment made in less than NO
30 days, of less than 1%, or applicable to an indefinite quantity contract will be accepted
but will not be an award consideration.
EOT
Name of Solicitation: June 2026 Meat & Cheese - DOC-PE
RFx text:
The Office of State Procurement has suspended in-person attendance by vendors at public bid
openings for bids published by our office.
VENDOR TELEPHONE NUMBER: TITLE DATE
EMAIL ADDRESS:
Signature of Authorized Bidder Name of Bidder
(Typed or printed)

Invitation to bid: 3000026202 Bidder: Page 2 of 22
Open Date: 05/19/2026
T-Number:
Any vendor who would like to view the opening of this bid can access the following link, at the date
and time of this bid opening:
https://doa-ospla.zoom.us/j/2697438343
This link will provide you with live audio and video access to this bid opening. The link will be live at
9:45 AM (Central Time) on the date of bid opening.
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This is an online bid opportunity. Bidders are invited to submit bids online via the link on this bid
invitation. Online bidding instructions are attached to this bid invitation. All vendors must be registered
in the LaGov system in order to: submit an online bid, have their bids tabulated by our office, and to
receive automatic email notifications of bid opportunities.
To register as a vendor, access the following link:
https://lagoverpvendor.doa.louisiana.gov/irj/portal/anonymous?guest_user=self_reg
Please include a W-9 form with your bid if you are newly registered. Do not register again if you are
already registered in the system.
Please print all attachments to ensure all documents related to this solicitation are reviewed prior to
bidding.
All documents associated with this solicitation should be included in the bidder's submission.
Bid Documents Include:
Attachment A - Special Terms and Conditions - Pages 1-8
Attachment B - Special Conditions for Meat - Page 1
Attachment C - Online Bidding Instructions - Pages 1-10
Bid delivery instructions for the Office of State Procurement:
Refer to Page 1 in Attachment A - Special Terms and Conditions
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Method of Award:
It is the intent of the State to award this contract on an individual basis to the lowest responsive,
responsible bidder(s) meeting the specifications, excluding lines 22 & 32 of the RFx, which will be
awarded on a grouped basis to the overall lowest responsive, responsible bidder meeting the
specifications. The State further reserves the right to reject individual line items from the award.
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Delivery of the Essence:
Delivery is of the essence and the State reserves the right to award to that vendor which provides the
earliest possible delivery from the date of award. The State also reserves the right to reject any and all
vendors who cannot make delivery on or before Thursday, June 4, 2026.

Invitation to bid: 3000026202 Bidder: Page 3 of 22
Open Date: 05/19/2026
T-Number:
LINE Description Quantity Unit Unit Extended
Price Amount
1 Product Category:50111500 80,000 LB __________ ________________
Chicken Leg Quarters
Frozen, 50-60 pieces per case
40 lbs. per case, palletized (ONLY 40 LB CASES WILL BE
ACCEPTED)
Successful vendor must furnish on company letterhead a
letter of guarantee with each shipment, stating that the
estimated piece count is 50-60 pieces per 40 lb. case
Product must have processed date stamped on the box
and processed date must have been within 90 days of the
delivery date to Wakefield.
Specify No. of Pieces Per Case Bidding: ______________
Specify lbs. Per Case Bidding: ______________________
Specify Delivery Bidding (Days ARO): ________________
2 Product Category:50111500 1,200 LB __________ ________________
Raw Pollock Filet
Fish, unbreaded, individually quick frozen.
Size to be 2-4 oz. strips.
Packed 40 lbs. per case.
Product must have processed date stamped on the box
and processed date
must have been within 120 days of the delivery date to
Wakefield.
Specify oz. Per Portion Bidding: ____________________
Specify lbs. Per Case Bidding: _____________________
Specify Delivery Bidding (Days ARO): _______________
3 Product Category:50111500 3,000 LB __________ ________________
Pork Smoked Sausage
Pure pork sausage with no binders or extenders
Must be ground to a moderately coarse texture
Endless link (rope style)
Stuffed into natural hog or sheep casing
Product must be delivered frozen
Packed 10 lbs. per case
Box shall be stamped with the word "pork" in two-inch
black letters on the side

Invitation to bid: 3000026202 Bidder: Page 4 of 22
Open Date: 05/19/2026
T-Number:
LINE Description Quantity Unit Unit Extended
Price Amount
**POLSKA KIELBASA WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED**
Product must have processed date stamped on the box
and processed date must have been within 90 days of the
delivery date to Wakefield.
Specify lbs. Per Case Bidding: ______________________
Specify Delivery Bidding (Days ARO): ________________
4 Product Category:50111500 2,200 LB __________ ________________
Bacon
Frozen, sliced, skinless, cured and smoked
18-22 slices per lb., 8-10 inches per slice
Surface lean on the face side of the slice shall extend for a
combined distance of at least 75% of the length of the
slice
Fat content not to exceed 61%
Packed 15 lbs. hotel pack/bulk pack only
Product must have processed date stamped on the box
and processed date must have been within 90 days of the
delivery date to Wakefield.
Specify No. Slices Per lb. Bidding: __________________
Specify Inches Per Slices Bidding: _________________
Specify lbs. Per Pack Bidding: _____________________
Specify Delivery Bidding (Days ARO): _______________
5 Product Category:50111500 500 LB __________ ________________
Salami
Frozen, smoked, cooked, pork and beef.
Seasoning to include garlic and peppercorns.
Stuffed into artificial casing that will yield approx. 8-9 lbs.
per roll.
Shape: Round
Uniform diameter measuring 3.5 - 4.5 inches.
Must have nutritional facts on label.
Must be processed from raw (fresh) material, not frozen
product at time of processing.
Packaging: 3 rolls per case.
Product must have processed date stamped on the box
and processed date must have been within 90 days of the

Invitation to bid: 3000026202 Bidder: Page 5 of 22
Open Date: 05/19/2026
T-Number:
LINE Description Quantity Unit Unit Extended
Price Amount
delivery date to Wakefield.
Specify lbs. Per Roll Bidding: _______________________
Specify Roll Diameter (in.) Bidding: __________________
Specify No. Rolls Per Case Bidding: _________________
Specify Delivery Bidding (Days ARO): ________________
6 Product Category:50111500 2,600 LB __________ ________________
Pork Loin Chops
From whole loins, frozen, end to end
Cut 1/2 inch thick, Bone-in, 4 to 6 oz. per chop
10 lbs. per box. Layers to be separated by waxed paper
Product must have processed date stamped on the box
and processed date must have been within 90 days of the
delivery date to Wakefield.
Specify oz. Per Chop Bidding: ______________________
Specify lbs. Per Box Bidding: _______________________
Specify Delivery Bidding (Days ARO): ________________
7 Product Category:50111500 400 LB __________ ________________
Beef Liver
Frozen, sliced, 4 to 5 slices per pound
Small lobe and skin to be removed and excluded
Packed 10 lbs. per box
Product must have processed date stamped on the box
and processed date must have been within 90 days of the
delivery date to Wakefield.
Specify Slices Per lb. Bidding: ______________________
Specify lbs. Per Box Bidding: _______________________
Specify Delivery Bidding (Days ARO): ________________
8 Product Category:50111500 7,000 LB __________ ________________
Beef Round Roast Gooseneck
Frozen, untrimmed, fat thickness not to exceed 1/2 inch
Each individual roast must be cryovac or vacuum
packaged

Invitation to bid: 3000026202 Bidder: Page 6 of 22
Open Date: 05/19/2026
T-Number:
LINE Description Quantity Unit Unit Extended
Price Amount
35-70 lbs. per box
Product must have processed date stamped on the box
and processed date must have been within 90 days of the
delivery date to Wakefield.
Specify lbs. Per Box Bidding: _______________________
Specify Cryovac or Vacuum Packaged: _______________
Specify Delivery Bidding (Days ARO): ________________
9 Product Category:50111500 5,000 LB __________ ________________
Diced Beef
Frozen, cubed
Packaging: 10 lb. boxes, 2000 lbs. per pallet and wrapped
(Pallets will be exchanged)
Product must have processed date stamped on the box
and processed date must have been within 90 days of the
delivery date to Wakefield.
Specify lbs. Per Box Bidding: _______________________
Specify lbs. Per Pallet Bidding: _____________________
Specify Delivery Bidding (Days ARO): ________________
10 Product Category:50111500 10,000 LB __________ ________________
Ground Beef Patties 80/20
Frozen, fat content not to exceed 20%
Stacked in boxes in layers separated by waxed paper
4 oz. size, round
10 lbs. per box
** Agency will not accept patties with any added fillers
such as TVP (Texturized Vegetable Protein) **
Product must have processed date stamped on the box
and processed date must have been within 90 days of the
delivery date to Wakefield.
Specify oz. Per Patty Bidding: ______________________
Specify lbs. Per Box Bidding: _______________________
Specify Delivery Bidding (Days ARO): ________________

Invitation to bid: 3000026202 Bidder: Page 7 of 22
Open Date: 05/19/2026
T-Number:
LINE Description Quantity Unit Unit Extended
Price Amount
11 Product Category:50111500 20,000 LB __________ ________________
Beef Ground Meat 80/20
Frozen, fat content not to exceed 20% packed in 10 lb.,
tube-type bags
Individual tube-type bags required
Metal clamp closures will NOT be accepted
50 lbs. per box
Stacked 40 boxes per pallet and wrapped
Pallets will be exchanged
Product must have processed date stamped on the box
and processed date must have been within 90 days of the
delivery date to Wakefield.
Specify lbs. Per Tube Bidding: ______________________
Specify No. Tubes Per Box Bidding: _________________
Specify Delivery Bidding (Days ARO): ________________
12 Product Category:50111500 1,530 LB __________ ________________
Turkey Wings
Frozen, 3 joints per wing, 28 to 33 wings per case. No
feathers
Product must have processed date stamped on the box
and processed date must have been within 90 days of the
delivery date to Wakefield.
Specify No. of Wings Per Case Bidding: ______________
Specify lbs. Per Case Bidding: ______________________
Specify Delivery Bidding (Days ARO): ________________
13 Product Category:50111500 5,000 LB __________ ________________
Turkey or Chicken Breakfast Patties
Frozen, all-meat product
To be chopped or ground to a slightly coarse texture and
mixed with salt and spices
Mechanically formed to yield round patties
2 oz. size
10 lbs. per case
**PRODUCT MUST BE RAW OR UNCOOKED**
Product must have processed date stamped on the box

Invitation to bid: 3000026202 Bidder: Page 8 of 22
Open Date: 05/19/2026
T-Number:
LINE Description Quantity Unit Unit Extended
Price Amount
and processed date must have been within 90 days of the
delivery date to Wakefield.
Specify Turkey or Chicken Bidding: _________________
Specify oz. Per Patty Bidding: ______________________
Specify lbs. Per Case Bidding: ______________________
Specify Delivery Bidding (Days ARO): ________________
14 Product Category:50111500 5,000 LB __________ ________________
Turkey or Chicken Smoked Sausage
Frozen, smoked, cooked
Roped or link sausage
No artificial coloring
Synthetic casing or skinless - pork casing will not be
accepted
Continuous rope or links, 10 lbs./box
Box shall be stamped with the word "turkey" or "chicken"
in two-inch black letters
**POLSKA KIELBASA WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED**
Product must have processed date stamped on the box
and processed date must have been within 90 days of the
delivery date to Wakefield.
Specify Turkey or Chicken Bidding: __________________
Specify lbs. Per Box Bidding: _______________________
Specify Delivery Bidding (Days ARO): ________________
15 Product Category:50111500 2,000 LB __________ ________________
Turkey or Chicken Ham
Frozen, cured and smoked, chunked and formed
No more than 20% water added
Fabricated from thigh meat, with skin and the surface fat
attached to the skin removed
Individually plastic wrapped, or cryovac/vacuum packaged
35-55 lbs. per box
Product must have processed date stamped on the box
and processed date must have been within 90 days of the
delivery date to Wakefield.
Specify Turkey or Chicken Bidding: ________________

Invitation to bid: 3000026202 Bidder: Page 9 of 22
Open Date: 05/19/2026
T-Number:
LINE Description Quantity Unit Unit Extended
Price Amount
Specify lbs. Per Ham Bidding: ______________________
Specify Bidding Individually Bagged: ____ Yes ____ No
Specify Bidding Cryovac or Vacuum Packaged: ________
Specify lbs. Per Box Bidding: _______________________
Specify Delivery Bidding (Days ARO): ________________
16 Product Category:50111500 12,000 LB __________ ________________
Turkey or Chicken Frankfurters
Frozen, skinless. Smoked, cooked
No artificial coloring
Size: 10 links per lb., 5-6 inches per link
Packed 10 lbs. per box
*** MUST BE CRYOVAC OR VACUUM PACKAGED
Product must have processed date stamped on the box
and processed date must have been within 90 days of the
delivery date to Wakefield.
Specify Turkey or Chicken Bidding: _________________
Specify No. of Links Per lb. Bidding: ________________
Specify Inches Per Link Bidding: ___________________
Specify lbs. Per Box Bidding: ______________________
Specify Bidding Cryovac or Vacuum Packaged: ________
Specify Delivery Bidding (Days ARO): ________________
17 Product Category:50111500 2,000 LB __________ ________________
Turkey or Chicken Roll Roast
Frozen, fresh, uncooked
White and dark meat - no more than 50% dark meat
To be stuffed into casing that will yield 7-10 lbs. per roll,
35-55 lbs. per box
Product must have processed date stamped on the box
and processed date must have been within 90 days of the
delivery date to Wakefield.
Specify Turkey or Chicken Bidding: _________________

Invitation to bid: 3000026202 Bidder: Page 10 of 22
Open Date: 05/19/2026
T-Number:
LINE Description Quantity Unit Unit Extended
Price Amount
Specify lbs. Per Roll Bidding: _______________________
Specify lbs. Per Box Bidding: _______________________
Specify Delivery Bidding (Days ARO): ________________
18 Product Category:50111500 5,000 LB __________ ________________
Chicken Gizzards
Frozen, 5-10 lbs. per bag, 40 lbs. per case.
Product must have processed date stamped on the box
and processed date must have been within 90 days of the
delivery date to Wakefield.
Specify lbs. Per Bag Bidding: ______________________
Specify No. of Bags Per Case Bidding: _______________
Specify Delivery Bidding (Days ARO): ________________
19 Product Category:50111500 10,000 LB __________ ________________
Fish Portions
Frozen, raw, breaded, regular filet block product
No more than 25% breading
4 oz. square and/or rectangular shape
** Species: Alaskan Pollock
Stacked on pallets and wrapped
6 lb. boxes, 10 boxes per 60 lb. Master Case with date of
packing in the upper right hand corner of container in
which product is packed
PRODUCT MUST HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED
WITHIN 120 DAYS OF DELIVERY
** MUST MEET U.S. GRADE A REQUIREMENT OF 50
CFR 264-E **
Specify oz. Per Portion Bidding: ___________________
Specify lbs. Per Box Bidding: _______________________
Specify No. Boxes Per Master Case Bidding: __________
Specify Delivery Bidding (Days ARO): ________________
20 Product Category:50111500 4,000 LB __________ ________________
Salisbury Patties