Description
The West Des Moines Community Schools and other participating school districts are seeking proposals from qualified bread distributors to provide bread and bakery products for their schools. The contract will be for a period of one year, starting from July 1, 2026, and may be renewed for up to four additional years. The selected distributor will be required to provide products that meet the specifications and requirements outlined in the proposal. The evaluation criteria will include the responsiveness and responsibility of the vendor, as well as the lowest total extended costs for each district.
Some key points to consider include:
• The proposal submission deadline is May 14, 2026, at 1:00 PM CST.
• The contract term is from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, with the option to renew for up to four additional years.
• The selected distributor will be required to provide a variety of bread and bakery products to the participating school districts.
• The distributor will be evaluated on their responsiveness and responsibility, as well as their pricing.
• The contract will include terms and conditions such as payment terms, delivery requirements, and product quality standards.