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IFB - Produce Items & Distribution for BPS SY26

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BD-27-1142-101-101-131630State & Local

Response Deadline08/10/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTC

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The City of Boston Public Schools is seeking qualified vendors to supply fresh produce items and handle distribution services for the upcoming school year, SY26, through an Invitation for Bids with solicitation number BD-27-1142-101-101-131630. Bids must be submitted electronically via the City of Boston Supplier Portal, with the response deadline set for August 10, 2026, at 7:00 PM. The contract requires vendors to deliver produce to designated school locations within the Roxbury area of Boston, with performance centered at the office located at Washington Street, Roxbury, MA 02119. All proposals must comply with procurement guidelines and demonstrate capability in reliable, timely distribution while maintaining quality standards for perishable goods. Vendors interested in participating are encouraged to review full details through the provided portal link or contact Jesse Castillo at 617-708-9827 for assistance.

General Info

Boston Public Schools seeks vendors to supply and distribute fresh produce to Roxbury schools by August 10, 2026.

Agency

Massachusetts → 101 - Boston Public SchoolsView Agency

NAICS

424480 - Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Merchant WholesalersView NAICS

Place of Performance

Washington Street Roxbury, MA, 02119, US

Set-Aside

NONE

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IFB EV00017640 Produce Items & Distribution for BPS SY26

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PhaseSolicitation

PostedJul 27

Solicitation

Response DeadlineAug 10

Submission deadline

Response Deadline

08/10/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTCin 13 days

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Organization & Contact Information

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AgencyMassachusetts → 101 - Boston Public Schools

Contacts1 person available

OfficeWashington Street Roxbury, MA, 02119, US

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Massachusetts → 101 - Boston Public Schools

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Office AddressWashington Street Roxbury, MA, 02119, US

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City Record AdminPurchaser

+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

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INVITATION FOR BIDS for PRODUCE ITEMS & DISTRIBUTION FOR BPS SY26, To access details for this specific bid event, or to respond through electronic format, Please visit the City of Boston Supplier Portal (boston.gov/departments/procurement) and access Event EV00017640 or contact Jesse Castillo at 617-708-9827 or Jcastillo3@bostonpublicschools.org

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