Farm to School Local Foods

The Lake Travis Independent School District is seeking proposals for the purchase and delivery of local produce, grains, and proteins for its Food & Nutrition Services department. The contract will be for an initial 6-month period with options to renew for two additional one-year periods. The district is looking for vendors who can provide high-quality products, reliable delivery, and competitive pricing. The evaluation criteria include price, geographic preference, product specifications, food safety, delivery and logistics, sustainable and ethical practices, and farm-to-school engagement. The district encourages participation from small, minority, women-owned, veteran-owned, and labor surplus area firms. Key aspects of the job include: • Providing local produce, grains, and proteins to the district's 11 campuses • Meeting the district's values of supporting local economies, promoting transparency and innovation, and maintaining compliance with USDA and TDA requirements • Delivering products to 12 campus locations within specified hours • Providing timely and accurate customer service, technical assistance, and sales support • Meeting food safety and handling requirements • Participating in the Good Food Purchasing Program and supporting the district's goals for local and regional agriculture.