Description
Albuquerque Public Schools is seeking qualified manufacturers to process USDA‑donated food commodities for the 2026‑2027 school year. Vendors must hold a State of New Mexico processing agreement, submit detailed product specifications and pricing, and deliver finished products to APS’s central warehouse on a FOB‑destination basis. The contract runs for one year with no extensions, and pricing is evaluated on a bracket‑based price sheet (Attachment A). The solicitation emphasizes compliance with USDA nutrition standards, Buy‑American requirements, and strict quality‑control and delivery protocols.
• Process a wide range of USDA‑donated commodities (e.g., apples, beef, cheese, poultry, grains) into finished school‑nutrition items.
• Provide complete product spec sheets, pricing brackets (quarter‑, half‑, full‑truck) and meet all labeling, allergen, and traceability requirements.
• Deliver to APS central warehouse (800 Louisiana Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108); partial shipments under 25 % are not accepted.
• Must maintain insurance, quality‑control programs, and be able to submit monthly usage reports and respond to any product issues within five days.