Regular Produce Bid #1634 Feb. 1- May 21, 2027

The East Baton Rouge Parish School System is soliciting sealed bids for the purchase of fresh produce, including fruits and vegetables in fresh and pre-cut forms, for the period from February 1, 2027, to May 21, 2027. Bids must be submitted by December 8, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. CST. The contract will be awarded based on the lowest price to responsive and responsible vendors, with the intent to award produce routes to the two lowest overall bidders to ensure weekly Monday deliveries to individual school cafeterias. The school board reserves the right to award items separately, grouped, or on an all-or-none basis, and may utilize state contracts if they offer lower pricing. Successful vendors must adhere to strict delivery schedules, typically delivering between 6:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on Mondays, with modified schedules for summer programs. Required documentation includes the Buy American Provision Certification, four general certification forms, and detailed product specifications such as CN numbers, nutrition facts, and ingredient lists. Compliance with various federal and state laws is mandatory, including the Clean Air Act, the Davis-Bacon Act, and civil rights legislation. Additionally, vendors must maintain a general liability insurance policy of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence and implement a food safety handling program subject to annual third-party audits.