SFA Food, Milk, Paper, Chemical

The solicitation issued by the Utopian Academy for the Arts School Nutrition Program (SNP) requests sealed bids for the supply and delivery of food, milk, paper, and chemical products necessary to support their meal service operations during the contract period of January 1, 2026, through June 30, 2026, with options for extension and renewal. The procurement falls under NAICS code 112120 and adheres strictly to federal, state, and USDA regulations, including compliance with procurement standards from 7 CFR 210.21 and 2 CFR part 200, among others. Bidders must submit sealed bids with detailed product specifications, pricing detailed in line-item format (unit cost, extended cost), and fully labeled product samples. The procurement emphasizes full and open competition, exclusion of vendors involved in specification drafting, and strict adherence to anti-collusion and ethical conduct provisions. Delivery is required F.O.B. to specified sites in Georgia (listed in attachments), with all deliveries inspected upon arrival and subject to rejection if the products fail to meet specifications or quality standards, including HACCP compliance and warranty against inferior or damaged products. The solicitation uses a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) award methodology, where responsiveness to specifications, bidder responsibility, firm pricing for 30 days post-award, and compliance with contract terms determine award eligibility. The contract incorporates numerous federal clauses governing equal employment opportunity, debarment and suspension, lobbying restrictions, environmental standards, prohibition on certain telecommunications equipment, and civil rights laws, among others. Vendors must complete multiple certifications and affidavits, including those related to debarment, lobbying, non-collusion, and E-Verify compliance. Administrative procedures require invoices and monthly statements to be submitted to the School Nutrition Director or designee, with payment made within 30 days following inspection and acceptance of goods. The solicitation package includes extensive attachments covering bid submission forms, specifications, delivery sites, certifications, piggybacking agreements, and business reference forms. All proposals must be submitted by the designated deadline, with any questions addressed in writing before the closing date. The SFA reserves the right to accept or reject bids wholly or partially, and to award contracts singly or in combination to best serve its interests.