Frozen Foods and Groceries

The San Diego Unified School District (SDSUSD) Food & Nutrition Services department is seeking a qualified vendor to supply frozen foods and grocery items on a “as‑needed” basis for its K‑12 school nutrition programs. The contract will be a firm‑fixed‑price, three‑year agreement (July 1 2026 – June 30 2029) with up to two one‑year renewal options. The supplier must provide a broad assortment of frozen, refrigerated, dry and shelf‑stable products that meet detailed nutritional, allergen‑labeling, and USDA commodity‑pricing requirements, as outlined in Exhibit B. Deliveries will be made directly to 31 school sites, up to three times per week, within a 6 am‑1 pm window, and must maintain strict temperature controls (≤ 10 °F loading, ≤ 25 °F transport). The vendor must also support an online ordering portal, assign a dedicated customer‑service representative, and handle invoicing on a monthly basis with net‑10 payment terms. • Supply a wide range of frozen foods, dairy, bakery, meats, vegetables, snacks, condiments, and related grocery items per the extensive product‑specification list. • Meet stringent food‑safety, allergen‑labeling (8 major allergens), nutrient‑analysis, and “Buy‑American” (≥ 51 % domestic content) requirements. • Provide reliable logistics (temperature‑controlled delivery, 2‑day order lead time, $300 minimum regular order) and prompt credit handling for any short or damaged deliveries.