Description
The Grossmont Union High School District is seeking competitive sealed bids to supply a comprehensive range of frozen, dry, refrigerated food items and associated food‑service chemicals for its 11 schools. The contract will be awarded on June 22 2026 and runs for one year with two optional renewal years. Bidders must provide unit‑price pricing for all 215 line‑items, comply with USDA Grade A, FDA, HACCP, and Buy‑American requirements, and submit required certifications (including a vendor certification regarding non‑use of federal funds for China‑origin poultry/seafood). Samples of any alternate items must be provided (10 portions per alternate).
• Scope includes meats, breads, cheeses, vegetables, sauces, desserts, and cleaning/sanitizing chemicals.
• Delivery must be made to the district warehouse (La Mesa) Monday‑Friday, 6:30 am‑10:00 am; all freight costs are FOB district.
• Vendors must submit a completed Vendor Certification Form (no use of federal funds for China‑origin poultry/seafood) and meet extensive food‑safety, insurance, and affirmative‑action requirements.