Fresh Vegetables Supply for School Nutrition Program

The contract secures the supply of fresh vegetables in both full and broken cartons to support the child nutrition program in DeSoto County School District, ensuring all produce meets strict standards for freshness, maturity, and visual appearance. The vendor must consistently deliver high-quality vegetables that comply with nutritional and safety requirements suitable for school meals, with flexibility to accommodate varying shipment sizes as needed. The agreement is structured as a subcontract and is administered by MPTAP under the Mississippi Department of Finance and Administration, with performance expected within the DeSoto County area. The solicitation was posted on June 17, 2026, with a deadline for responses set for June 22, 2026, indicating a short but tightly defined procurement window. The NAICS code 311942 identifies the industry as other vegetable and melon farming, aligning the contract with fresh agricultural production. While no set-aside provisions or specific agency office details are provided, the contract is accessible through the state’s official bid search portal, and all submissions must meet the outlined quality benchmarks without exception to ensure dietary standards for students are upheld.