Locally Grown Specialty Produce

The Tucson Unified School District has issued a solicitation for the procurement of locally grown specialty produce, aiming to support the district’s food services department in Tucson, Arizona. The contract opportunity, identified by solicitation number 27-016-TUSD1, was posted on May 11, 2026, with responses due by May 26, 2026. This solicitation seeks vendors or producers capable of supplying specialty produce that aligns with the district's commitment to supporting local agriculture and providing fresh, high-quality food options to its diverse student population. The contract is managed by the Food Services agency within the district, with the designated procurement specialist, Darleen Goodin, serving as the primary point of contact for interested parties. The solicitation is conducted at the state and local education agency level and emphasizes the importance of regional sourcing within Arizona. Vendors will be expected to deliver produce that meets the district’s standards while adhering to the specified deadlines and submission requirements outlined in the solicitation documents accessible through the district’s procurement portal.