Manchester Public Schools is seeking a qualified vendor to supply a full range of disposable food‑service paper products—including plates, cups, trays, napkins, gloves, cutlery, wraps, and cleaning supplies—to 17 school locations across the district. The contract runs for one year (July 1 2026 – June 30 2027) with the possibility of two one‑year extensions, and all deliveries must occur on‑site between 7 a.m. and 2 p.m. during school days. Bidders must provide comprehensive pricing, certifications (living‑wage, de‑barment, USDA civil‑rights, etc.), and insurance coverage meeting the stipulated limits.
• Supply of a broad catalog of paper‑based consumables (plates, cups, trays, wraps, gloves, utensils, cleaning chemicals).
• Direct delivery to 17 school sites; weekly glove orders for 14 locations; deliveries limited to school‑day hours.
• Mandatory certifications (living‑wage, debarment, background‑check, USDA civil‑rights) and insurance (CGL $1‑$4 M per occurrence based on contract value).
• Evaluation based on experience, compatibility, price competitiveness, completeness, and references; award to “best suited and most advantageous” vendor.