Fresh Fruit and Vegetables

The contract seeks suppliers to provide fresh fruits and vegetables along with associated materials to support the Bristol Board of Education Dining Services operations under the USDA Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program, with performance extending through June 30, 2027. The solicitation, numbered 2A27-008, was posted on July 24, 2026, and responses are due by August 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Bidders must access the full bid documents through the City of Bristol’s official bid platform on BidNet Direct. The contract is issued by the Connecticut Department of Administrative Services under the SLED classification, with performance limited to Connecticut. All inquiries and communications should be directed to Nancy Haynes, the primary point of contact, via email at nancyhaynes@bristolct.gov or phone at 860-584-6195. The procurement is open to all eligible vendors without any specific set-aside provisions and requires compliance with USDA program standards for fresh produce distribution in school settings.