Miscellaneous Items for Child Nutrition

Northside Independent School District is soliciting sealed bids under RFP 2026-133 for the purchase of miscellaneous food and grocery items for its Child Nutrition program. The contract requires all products to comply with USDA Child Nutrition Reimbursable and Smart Snack guidelines, with specific labeling requirements including the CN logo and 6-digit product IDs for meat and meat alternate items. Deliveries are to be made F.O.B. Destination to the District's Child Nutrition Warehouse or other specified locations between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. CDT/CST. All goods must be delivered in original manufacturer packaging, and shipments of 40 cases or more must be wrapped on standard 48 by 40 inch pallets. The District will award the contract based on Best Value, considering responsiveness, completeness, and past performance rather than price alone. Proposers must submit their bids via the Bonfire portal by November 4, 2026, at 10:00 AM CT, including a price sheet, certification of insurance, W9, and three professional references. Compliance requirements are extensive, including certifications for domestic origin under the Buy American provision, HACCP food safety programs, and various Texas state and federal mandates regarding felony convictions, child support, and non-discrimination. Payment is issued within 30 days of receiving a proper invoice that references the appropriate purchase order number.