2026-IFB-008 SUSD12 Weekly Fresh Produce Delivery via Box-Truck

Sunnyside Unified School District #12 is soliciting bids under solicitation 2026-IFB-008 for the weekly delivery of fresh produce, including fruits, vegetables, and specialty items, to various schools within the district. Due to space limitations at certain sites, all deliveries must be made via box trucks, as semi-trucks are prohibited. The contract will be awarded to a single vendor based on the lowest responsible and responsive bid. The initial term is scheduled to run from September 30, 2026, through September 29, 2027, with the possibility of up to four additional one-year extensions. The selected vendor must provide next-day delivery for emergency phone orders and resolve any defective or shorted orders on the same day of delivery. Requirements include providing a local Tucson representative and adhering to USDA nutrition standards and domestic sourcing guidelines, specifically ensuring that products are American-grown and produced. Bidders must submit their pricing forms, W-9, and Certificate of Insurance electronically through the district portal by September 23, 2026. Payment terms are net thirty days following the receipt of an invoice.