Fresh Fruit and Vegetables

The Cherokee County School District is seeking sealed bids from qualified firms to supply fresh fruits and vegetables for the 2026-2027 school year under solicitation number IFB2027-02. The invitation is open to vendors who can meet the district’s requirements for consistent, high-quality produce delivery throughout the academic year, with all submissions due by August 11, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The contract is part of the district’s effort to support student nutrition and wellness through fresh, wholesome food options, and all deliveries must be made to locations within South Carolina, specifically serving Cherokee County schools. Bidders must ensure full compliance with all specifications related to product freshness, safety standards, packaging, and delivery schedules. The point of contact for inquiries and submissions is Lindsey Bocachica, reachable via email at lindsey.bocachica@cherokee1.org. While no specific set-aside program or NAICS code is indicated, interested firms should review the full solicitation posted on the South Carolina State Procurement Portal at the provided UI link. Responses must be submitted as sealed bids in accordance with the district’s procurement guidelines, and failure to adhere to submission requirements may result in disqualification.