RFP-NVS-260000002379-1 | 2026-27 Fresh Made Pizza for Lunch Service

Northville Public Schools in Michigan is soliciting bids for the provision of fresh-made 14-inch cheese and pepperoni pizzas to be served as part of the National School Lunch Program during the 2026–2027 school year. The solicitation, numbered RFP-NVS-260000002379-1, issued on July 16, 2026, with proposals due by August 17, 2026, requires vendors to deliver pizzas to six elementary and two middle schools on specified days and times, ensuring meals meet strict USDA and state nutritional standards. Each pizza slice must contain no more than 650 calories and 1,110 mg of sodium, feature a whole grain crust, low-sodium sauce, and reduced-fat pepperoni, while maintaining an internal temperature above 140°F at delivery. Pizzas must be prepared fresh no earlier than 30 minutes before delivery and transported in insulated containers using standard commercial pizza boxes. Bidders must submit completed Nutrient Analysis Data Sheets along with two physical pizza samples at the bid opening and comply with mandatory sworn and notarized certifications including disclosure of familial relationships with school personnel, compliance with the Iran Economic Sanctions Act, and affirmation that the vendor is not suspended or debarred. The proposal must be submitted as two sealed hard-copy packets by hand or mail to a designated address by 11:15 a.m. on the due date, with no electronic submissions permitted. Contract award is anticipated for August 25, 2026, and vendors must have been in business for at least three years, provide client references, and guarantee firm pricing for 60 days post-bid opening. While no formal FAR clause numbering or electronic invoicing systems are specified, the award will be based on a best-value trade-off approach rather than lowest price, allowing consideration of experience, compliance, and quality alongside cost. All delivery charges must be included in the bid, and payment is expected weekly upon receipt of invoices and signed delivery verification forms from school kitchen staff.