Grocery Delivery Government Bids & RFPs

The contract period for the awarded items shall be from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. Delivery dates and times will be established by the school system according to their needs, and all deliveries must be scheduled between 7:00 a. m. and 2:00 p. m. , when schools are in session.

Manchester Public Schools (MPS) shall select the vendor whose proposal is determined by MPS to be best suited and most advantageous, and provides the greatest overall benefit to MPS on the basis of the criteria of experience with services of this nature, compatibility of services, competitiveness of price proposal, completeness of proposal package, and references, each of which has equal weight.

The vendor must submit nutritional and ingredient information to MPS for each item awarded prior to the first delivery. A signed copy of Certification Regarding Debarment is required for the proposal to be valid. Vendors must also comply with the town of Manchester's living wage ordinance and provide insurance coverage as specified.

MPS may withhold payment when it is determined that said supplies, materials and equipment do not meet the specified requirements. Product damaged due to poor handling will not be accepted, and credit for these products shall be issued to MPS. If production methods and/or sanitary conditions are found to be unsatisfactory and/or products failing in requirements, the contract shall be subject to cancellation.

The bid notice states that ime and manner of delivery are essential factors in proper performance under the contract. Deliveries will be made to all Calcasieu Parish schools 25x weekly depending on the school size and storage capacity, and deliveries must be timely and consistent.

The bid notice states that a contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible proposer with the highest total score based on the criteria. The evaluation criteria include price, ability to meet service characteristics, and quality.

Proposers are advised they must demonstrate the ability to provide the necessary products and services required under the contract. Proposers are required to submit three references listing currently serviced school districts. The districts experience with vendors previously used will also factor into the award of this contract.

The proposers shall furnish samples free of cost to the district. They are to be delivered to the school nutrition program at **** broad st. lake charles, la ****.

The estimated value of this bid is $700,000.

The bid notice does not specify a delivery deadline.

The bid notice states that the vendor shall accept payment by both Government Purchase Card (GPC) and Wide Area Workflow (WAWF).

The bid notice does not specify warranty terms.

The bid notice does not specify the award criterion.

The bid notice does not specify qualification requirements.

The bid notice does not specify penalties.

The bid notice does not mention a site visit.

The bid notice does not mention sample submission.

The bid notice does not specify a challenge deadline.

The bid notice states that the maximum value is $8,000,****.