Cafeteria Supplies / WPS

The City of Worcester awarded a sealed‑bid, firm‑price contract to supply a full range of cafeteria disposable supplies for Worcester Public Schools. The one‑year contract (with two optional one‑year extensions) covers plates, bowls, cups, take‑out packaging, and related items, all of which must be PFAS‑free and meet strict lid‑fit requirements. The vendor must deliver to over 40 school locations within ten days of award notification and provide required insurance and documentation. • Scope: furnish and deliver cafeteria supplies (plates, bowls, cups, containers, lids, take‑out packaging, PPE, etc.) for one academic year. • Requirements: PFAS‑free paperware, compatible cup‑lid pairs, no price adjustments, delivery within 10 days of award, mandatory insurance. • Award: Single‑source award to EB Thomsen; contract value estimated in the low‑million‑dollar range.