Domestic & New York Produce

The Buffalo Public Schools (BPS) is soliciting proposals to provide fresh produce for the ChildNutrition Programs for the 2026-2027 school year. The USDA allows school districts to apply ageographic preference to minimally processed produce. The Buffalo Public Schools has provided athree-part RFP process for the produce. Part One is set up for a general produce distribution thatincludes both New York State produce and other preferably domestic produce to schools on a regularbasis. Part Two is set up specifically for locally grown, minimally processed seasonal produce. PartThree is set up for small, local urban BIPOC farmers within a 15-mile radius. It is anticipated that thisstrategy will result in an increased number of proposals for consideration and multiple awards will bemade, providing high quality, healthy options. Offering Specifications posted at: https://buffaloschools.bonfirehub.com/portal/?tab=openOpportunitiesJennifer LoTempioDirector of Purchase Business enterprises awarded an identical or substantially similar procurement contract within the past five years: SEE SPECS