This Solicitation opportunity from ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION was posted on April 29, 2025. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.
Invitation for Bid: Procurement and Delivery of Food and Commodities for Child Nutrition Programs
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Orange County Schools is seeking bids from qualified distributors for the procurement and delivery of food and commodity products to support federally funded Child Nutrition programs across the district. The contract will initially cover a one-year period from August 1, 2025, to July 31, 2026, and may be extended for up to four additional one-year terms if both the district and the vendor agree. The scope of work includes supplying products in distinct lots, such as groceries, supplies, produce, and beverages, and requires detailed pricing, including fixed fees for the storage and delivery of USDA donated foods. Distributors must comply with several key conditions, including the Buy American provision, which mandates that the majority of food components be domestically sourced. Vendors are also expected to possess at least one year of experience in food warehousing and delivery, appropriate state and local licenses, and insurance coverage for general liability, property damage, workers compensation, and automobile liability. Bidders must also comply with the NC Lunsford Act for personnel background checks and provide necessary documentation such as certificates of insurance and evidence of qualifications. The services must be performed within the Orange County Schools district in North Carolina, and specific administrative steps such as attendance at the bid opening (for large submissions) and submission of digital bid pricing to the NCPA Board of Directors are required. The estimated value of the contract ranges from $5 million to $15 million.
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