IFB-738-26 Canned and Frozen Foods

The Caddo Parish School Board’s Child Nutrition Programs are seeking a vendor to provide a comprehensive suite of canned, frozen, and shelf‑stable food items for its K‑12 schools across the parish. The solicitation lists more than 200 line items ranging from fruits, vegetables, soups, and beans to cereals, snacks, frozen entrees, and cooking aids. Bids must be submitted by February 19, 2026, with contract performance beginning August 1, 2026 and lasting one year (with a one‑year renewal option). The award is anticipated on March 17, 2026. The contract value is estimated at $3.37 million for the base year, and the Board aims to achieve a 25 % small‑business participation goal. The vendor must meet USDA/FSIS and Louisiana health standards, provide current child‑nutrition labeling, maintain specific insurance coverages, and deliver daily to approximately 52 school sites within designated time windows.