Alternate Source Contract with School Board of Alachua County, FL representing the North FL Buying Group - Purchase of Commodities: Mainline Food…

The Florida Master Agreement 00564 is an Alternate Source Contract designed to facilitate the purchase of mainline food and associated products for educational institutions. This Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) enables participating schools within the North FL Buying Group to efficiently procure food commodities through a centralized contracting mechanism. The contract provides a streamlined procurement pathway for schools to access essential food supplies, leveraging collective purchasing power and standardized contract terms.

Gordon Food Service was awarded this master agreement, which was established by the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind. The contract was initiated on July 17, 2012, and maintained an active period through June 30, 2015, covering the state of Florida. As a master agreement, this IDV offered a cooperative purchasing solution for educational institutions, allowing them to access pre-negotiated pricing and terms for food-related commodities. The contract type is classified as a Master Agreement, providing flexibility and standardized procurement options for participating school districts within the North FL Buying Group.