IFB-736-26 Fruit Juice

The Caddo Parish School Board’s Child Nutrition Programs are seeking a vendor to supply approximately 45,000 cases of 100 % pure fruit‑juice products (orange, apple, and blended) for the 2026‑2027 school year. The contract is a one‑year, fixed‑price agreement valued at roughly $796,200, with strict delivery, food‑safety, labeling, and Buy‑American requirements, as well as mandatory bid and performance securities. Vendors must submit a complete bid package by February 19, 2026, and will be evaluated on cost, experience, service capability, financial stability, and delivery performance. • Products: 100 % pure orange juice, apple juice, and fruit‑juice blends in 4‑oz cartons (≈45,000 cases total). • Delivery: Refrigerated, twice‑weekly to ~52 schools in Caddo Parish, between 6:30 am‑1:30 pm. • Compliance: U.S. Grade A standards, nutrition labeling, Buy‑America ≥ 51 % U.S. content, extensive certifications, 5 % bid security, 100 % performance security, and $1 M+ insurance coverage. • Timeline: Bid release Jan 29 2026 → Questions due Feb 12 2026 → Bid opening Feb 19 2026 → Board award Mar 17 2026 → Contract period Aug 1 2026‑Jul 31 2027.