Produce Distribution & Delivery Logistics

The contract requires weekly refrigerated delivery, handling, and distribution of fresh produce to all 15 public schools within the Chicopee school district, ensuring consistent access to quality food items through proper cold chain logistics. The subcontract falls under NAICS code 484220, indicating it is specifically for specialized freight trucking services, emphasizing the need for temperature-controlled transportation and timely, reliable operations to maintain produce freshness and safety. Performance is expected throughout the Chicopee school system, with no specific location details provided beyond the district’s scope. The solicitation was posted on May 12, 2026, with a response deadline of May 26, 2026, at 3:00 PM, allowing interested vendors a limited window to submit bids directly to the City of Chicopee through the BeaconBid platform. The contract is classified as a subcontract, though no set-aside provisions or organization type requirements are specified, leaving eligibility open to any qualified contractor capable of meeting the operational demands. The agency responsible is the City of Chicopee under the state of Massachusetts, with no designated point of contact listed, suggesting all inquiries must be directed through the posting portal.