School Lunch Government Bids & RFPs

Close date is 11/13/2026 11:59 pm. close **** 11: 59 pm

Estimated value is $259. usd 259

Samples must be delivered no later than December 7, 2026 at 10:00 am MST. all samples must be delivered to the address below no later than december 7, 2026 at 10: 00 am mst.

Invoices shall not exceed thirty calendar days from the delivery of the items. periodic invoices shall not exceed thirty calendar days from the delivery of the items.

Any samples submitted shall create an express warranty that the whole of the goods provided by the supplier during the contract period shall conform to the sample submitted. any samples submitted shall create an express warranty that the whole of the goods provided by the supplier during the contract period shall conform to the sample submitted.

Lowest comprehensive price, taste test, and written response. method of award lowest comprehensive price, taste test, and written response.

Qualified, licensed commercial food processors to convert designated USDA commodity products into fully processed, end?use menu items. qualified, licensed commercial food processors to convert designated usda commodity products into fully processed, end-use menu items.

Suppliers are required to submit a sample of the goods to be supplied for evaluation by, and at no cost to, the district. suppliers are required to submit a sample of the goods to be supplied for evaluation by, and at no cost to, the district.

Failure to submit samples as required shall be considered nonresponsive and ineligible for award unless waived. failure to submit samples as required shall be considered nonresponsive and ineligible for award unless waived.

Delivery is required by November 30, 2026, at the latest. The document states: delivery is required by: date november 30, 2026no exceptions.

Payment terms include a prompt pay discount of 30 days, net 45 days. The document states: prompt pay discount: 30 days, net 45 days.

The bidder guarantees all equipment, materials, and workmanship for one year after final inspection and acceptance. The document states: guarantees to the city of worcester all equipment, materials andor workmanship for a period of one 1 year after final inspection and acceptance.

Awards will be made to the bidder quoting the lowest net price in accordance with specifications. The document states: awards will be made to the bidder quoting the lowest net price in accordance with specifications.

Bidders must certify good faith, no collusion or fraud, and compliance with Massachusetts General Laws. The document states: the undersigned certifies under penalties of perjury that this bid or proposal has been made and submitted in good faith andwithout collusion or fraud with any other person.

Failure to submit MSDS and labels may result in civil or criminal penalties, including bid debarment. The document states: failure to furnish msdss andor labels on each container may result in civil orcriminal penalties, including bid debarment.

Failure to complete the tax form may result in rejection of bid. The document states: failure to complete this form may result in rejection of bid andor removalfrom city bid list.

Bids must be received by the purchasing department prior to 1:00 p. m. local time on October 27, 2026. due: prior to 1: 00 p. m. , local time 3rd quarter october 6, 2026 date: october 27, 2026

Payment is made within 30 days of receipt and inspection. payment will be made within 30 days of receipt of the products and student nutritions actual inspection and acceptance of items.

Products must be guaranteed for a minimum of 75% of shelf life. all items are to be guaranteed for a minimum of 75 of their actual shelf life provided proper care and storage conditions are maintained.

Awards are made to the lowest responsive, responsible bidders. awards will be made to the lowest responsive, responsible bidders in accordance with board policy administrative regulation ****

Bidders must have an Alaska business license and comply with debarment requirements. the selected bidders must provide the district with their alaska business license number and any necessary applicable professional licenses required by alaska statutes prior to award.

Service deficiencies may lead to termination. if the contractor is issued more than two 2 substantiated sdcs within a 30 day period. . . the district may terminate the contract for default

Protests on specifications must be received 5 calendar days before bid due date. a protest as to the specifications andor terms and conditions of a solicitation must be received by the purchasing senior director at least five 5 calendar days prior to the due date of the bid

Bids not on prescribed forms or received after deadline will be rejected. bids submitted on other than the prescribed forms contained in this itb will be rejected and bids which arrive after the time of the scheduled bid opening will not be considered

Bids must be received by the bid opening date and time. bids received after the bid opening date and time will not be accepted.

Payment is net 30 days from receipt and acceptance of goods. payment terms should be net 30 days from receipt and acceptance of goods or services, and bidders invoice.

Goods must meet or exceed specifications. all goods and services furnished by the bidder pursuant to this itb shall be warranted to meet or exceed the specifications contained herein.

Award based on price, quality, availability, and responsiveness. primary factors used to determine awards under this itb will be price, quality, availability, and responsiveness.

Bidders must complete and return all required forms. failure to return all pages of the entire bid package. . . shall result in a determination that the bid is nonresponsive.

Default may result in charges for cost differences and prohibition from activity. the bidder in default will be prohibited from activity for a period of time determined by the severity of the default, but not exceeding two years.

Samples required for non-approved products. if you offer a product that is not preapproved in this bid, you must send a sample for review by october 29, 2026, 12:00 pm, cst.

Protests must be filed within the time prescribed in Florida statutes. failure to file a protest within the time prescribed in section **** florida state statutes. . . shall constitute a waiver of proceedings.

Contacting district employees other than the designated representative may cause disqualification. vendors who contact any other district employee regarding the subject of this bid are subject to disqualification.