Description
The Shelby County Board of Education (SCBE) is seeking a fixed‑price, non‑exclusive vendor to supply fresh fruits, vegetables and related produce for its Summer Feeding program during the 2026 school year. The contract covers delivery of a broad list of items to over 150 school sites in the Memphis area, with strict packaging, pallet, shelf‑life, nutrition, and Buy‑American requirements. Bids must be submitted by mail (hard copy plus a USB flash drive with an Excel 2007 pricing workbook) and will be evaluated on the lowest responsive price per unit. The award will be a short‑term contract with a performance window from late May to the end of July 2026, with optional one‑year or six‑month extensions.
• Supply of fresh produce (fruits, vegetables, pre‑packaged snack packs) meeting USDA nutrition standards and a minimum 7‑day shelf life on delivery.
• Delivery on four‑way wooden pallets, adhering to case weight, height, and “lumping” rules (a $600 fee per load for violations).
• Extensive documentation required (Buy‑American certification, nutrition analyses, HACCP/food‑safety program, insurance, background‑check badges, multiple certifications).
• Contract value not disclosed; vendor competes on lowest price per serving/unit; penalties include lumping fees, liquidated damages for late or non‑conforming deliveries, and possible debarment.