Cafeteria Disposable Trays

Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) is seeking vendors to supply disposable cafeteria trays for its Department of Food and Nutrition Services warehouse in Gaithersburg, MD. The contract covers approximately 32,000 cases (400 trays per case) per year, with a transition from 1‑compartment to 3‑compartment trays during the first 12 months. Bidders must provide 100 % compostable, non‑polystyrene, PFAS‑free trays that meet FDA food‑contact requirements and comply with local environmental regulations. Domestic supply and drop‑ship capability to the DFNS warehouse are preferred. One case of each tray type must be submitted as a sample. The solicitation period runs from 12/07/2026 to 12/06/2027, and proposals are due by 2:00 PM EST on 7 Oct 2026. • Supply of 3‑compartment trays (≈2,000 cases) and flat non‑compartment trays (≈30,000 cases) • Must be 100 % compostable, molded fiber or similar material, no wax/plastic coating • Must meet FDA food‑contact surface standards and local bans on polystyrene & PFAS • Preferred colors: natural, white, beige, gray; domestic manufacturing preferred • Samples required: one case of each tray type • Delivery to DFNS warehouse, 8401 Turkey Thicket Drive, Gaithersburg, MD • Contract length: 12 months with potential volume shift in year‑2