When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due October 29, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 18, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $2,000,000 – $3,000,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by Washington State Department Of Enterprise Services. The work is located in Washington, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Supplier or distributor of clinical nutrition products and dietary supplements. Experience serving government, healthcare, senior care, or institutional customers. Ability to provide powdered and liquid formulas with multiple product types and flavors. Established logistics and fulfillment capabilities in Washington or throughout the United States. Familiarity with products for infants, elderly individuals, and medically specialized dietary needs.

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Overview

Hospitality, Food Service & Travel

Washington, United StatesPosted: September 12, 2026Deadline: October 29, 2026

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SUMMARY

A government authority in Olympia seeks vendors to provide nutritional formulas, dietary supplements, and oral nutrition products for individuals with specialized nutritional needs. The anticipated contract term is one year.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be registered in Washington's Electronic Business Solution (WEBS)
Must provide pricing for generic brand or better
Must complete Exhibit A - Bidder's Certification
Must complete Exhibit C - Market Basket
Must be a responsive and responsible bidder
Must comply with Executive Order 18-03 (optional for preference points)
Must meet mandatory minimum performance specifications
Must provide test results or verification for recycled packaging or PCB-free preferences (if applicable)

BUDGET

Estimate

$2,000,000 – $3,000,000

CONTRACT DURATION

60 months

TIMELINE

Pre-Bid Conference: September 28th, 2026

Deadline for Submitting Questions: October 18th, 2026

Anticipated Deadline for Answers: October 22nd, 2026

Deadline for Submitting Bids: October 29th, 2026

Anticipated Date of Announcement for Apparent Successful Bidders: December 14th, 2026

Anticipated Announcement of Contract Awards: February 1st, 2027

QUESTION DEADLINE

October 18, 2026

CONTACTS

Primary procurement contact — name, title, email, and phone

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Issuing Agency

Washington State Department Of Enterprise Services

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DESCRIPTION

A government authority in Olympia, Washington is seeking information from vendors capable of providing nutritional and dietary food products and dietary supplements. Required products may include powdered and liquid formulas containing essential and non-essential nutrients, vitamins, and dietary management solutions.

The products are intended for newborns, elderly individuals, and people with vitamin, protein, or other nutritional deficiencies related to medical conditions requiring ongoing supplementation. Examples include standard oral nutrition products such as Ensure and Boost, as well as high-calorie and high-protein products including Ensure Plus, Boost Plus, and Boost Very High Calorie, with multiple flavor options.

The anticipated contract period is one year. Vendors must submit questions by October 22, 2026, and the response deadline is October 29, 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due October 29, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 18, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: Settle estimates the budget at $2,000,000 – $3,000,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Washington State Department Of Enterprise Services. The work is located in Washington, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Supplier or distributor of clinical nutrition products and dietary supplements
Experience serving government, healthcare, senior care, or institutional customers
Ability to provide powdered and liquid formulas with multiple product types and flavors
Established logistics and fulfillment capabilities in Washington or throughout the United States
Familiarity with products for infants, elderly individuals, and medically specialized dietary needs

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