School Nutrition Service - Fresh Produce

Chesapeake Public Schools is seeking bids from qualified vendors to provide fresh produce for their school nutrition services. The contract will be for a period of 12 months, from July of the award year to June 2027. Vendors must provide all labor, materials, equipment, and incidentals necessary to deliver fresh produce to the schools listed in Attachment A. The district prefers regionally grown produce from within 400 miles of the school board office. Vendors must submit their bids electronically through the OpenGov e-Bidding platform. The bid must include prices for each item, as well as any additional costs for delivery. • The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. • Vendors must provide a monthly item and usage report for each school. • The district reserves the right to reject any or all bids, in whole or part. • The contract will be for a fixed price, with no changes permitted after the date stipulated in the contract. • Vendors must comply with all federal, state, and local codes and regulations.