Meal Kit Government Bids & RFPs

Bids must be received by the bid opening date and time, Thursday, July 30, 2026, 1:30 p. m. CST. Bids received after this time will not be accepted. Deliveries are to the Escambia County School District warehouse at 151 East Texar Drive, Pensacola, FL ****, with specific delivery times Monday-Friday, 7:30 a. m. - 2:30 p. m. CST.

Payment terms should be net 30 days from receipt and acceptance of goods or services, and bidder's invoice. Itemized invoices, each bearing the applicable purchase order number, should be submitted to accounts payable on the day of shipment.

All goods and services furnished by the bidder shall be warranted to meet or exceed the specifications contained herein. In the event of a breach of warranty or failure to comply with specifications, the bidder shall take all necessary corrective action at their expense.

Primary factors used to determine awards will be price, quality, availability, and responsiveness. Other factors may include administrative costs, alternative payment terms, and bidder's past performance.

Bidders must submit all required documentation, including a signed bid, company information, and potentially certifications regarding debarment, drug-free workplace, and business licenses. Failure to return all required items may result in the bid not being accepted.

The school district may terminate for default if the bidder fails to deliver goods or services within the specified time, fails to comply with bid provisions, or becomes insolvent. In case of default, the district's liability will be limited to payment for goods and services delivered and accepted.

If offering a brand or product other than pre-approved ones, a sample must be sent for review by July 30, 2026, 12:00 p. m. CST. Full case samples in original packaging with required documentation are necessary. Samples should be clearly labeled and delivered to the Escambia County School District Food Services office.

Bid tabulations with award recommendations are posted for 72 hours. Failure to file a protest within the time prescribed in Section **** Florida State Statutes constitutes a waiver of proceedings.

Bidders may be disqualified for ex parte communication with district personnel or board members, failure to return all required bid documents, or submitting bids after the deadline.

Responses must be received no later than Wednesday, July 8, 2026 by 10:00 am PST. Responses must be received no later than wednesday, july 8, 2026 by 10:00 am pst.

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If your company is interested and capable of providing the required supplies services, you must provide the information indicated below or your intent, interest to participation, and information provided will not be considered as valid for research purposes. if your company is interested and capable of providing the required supplies services, you must provide the information indicated below or your intent, interest to participation, and information provided will not be considered as valid for research purposes.

Proposals are due by Monday July 13, 2026 at 16:00 French time. No proposals will be accepted after this time.

Payment will be made within 30 days of invoice submission. Invoices should be submitted preferably by email to ***@***. *. * or by mail to the American Embassy Paris.

The contractor warrants and implies that the items delivered hereunder are merchantable and fit for use for the particular purpose described in this contract.

The government intends to award the contract to the responsible company submitting an acceptable offer at the lowest price.

The cook shall have at least a Cap Cuisine qualification or equivalent with a minimum of 2 years experience. Offerors must be registered in the SAM system.

Failure to be registered in the SAM system for award management database at the time of proposal submission may deem the offeror's proposal to be considered non-responsible.