Nutrition Services Small Wares Prime Vendor

Spokane Public Schools has issued Request for Proposal 3-2627 to establish a contract for a Small Wares Prime Vendor to support the district's Nutrition Services Meal Program. The contract involves the procurement of various non-electric small ware items, such as disher tools, pans, thermometers, and cutting boards, with an anticipated annual total sales amount of approximately $80,000.00. The award will be made on an all-or-none basis to the contractor that achieves the highest total point value based on a specific evaluation system. To be considered responsive, vendors must provide pricing for at least 95% of the listed items and demonstrate the capability to provide rapid-response service, specifically the ability to make routinely stocked items available for pickup or delivery within 30 minutes. The scope of work includes delivering products primarily to the District Warehouse at 2815 East Garland, though the vendor must be willing to deliver to individual school sites as needed. All products must meet strict quality standards, be identified by brand and number, and are subject to inspection and acceptance by district personnel. While the district maintains a list of approved standard brands, substitutions are permitted only with prior approval from the Nutrition Services department. Compliance with federal and state regulations is mandatory, including adherence to the Buy American Provision, non-discrimination policies, and USDA certification regarding debarment. Proposals must be submitted through the Public Purchase system or via physical mail by 11:00 a.m. PDT on September 2, 2026.