26-27 Child Nutrition Services Supplies

The Ceres Unified School District is seeking bids for Child Nutrition Services Supplies, including food packaging, cleaning supplies, and equipment. The contract will be awarded on an individual item basis, and the successful bidder must deliver goods and services in accordance with the specifications and contract documents. The district reserves the right to reject all bids or waive irregularities. The bid submission deadline is April 8, 2026, and the award is expected to be made after the May 28, 2026 Board Meeting. Some key items to be bid on include: * Food packaging materials (e.g. bags, containers, wraps) * Cleaning supplies (e.g. bleach, oven cleaner, dishware detergent) * Equipment (e.g. thermometers, utensils, gloves) * Paper products (e.g. cups, plates, napkins) The bidder must provide a sample for "equal" products, and the sample must be received by April 1, 2026. The bidder must also comply with federal, state, and local regulations, including the Buy American Provision and the California Food and Agriculture Code.