2-Affidavit of Non-Collusion.pdf

This is an Affidavit of Non-Collusion document for Parkway School District in Missouri related to a Food Pantry Items blanket purchase order agreement. The District is soliciting bids from qualified distributors to supply food and non-food items throughout the contract term, including shelf-stable foods, refrigerated and frozen foods, fresh produce, beverages, household supplies, personal hygiene products, and other pantry-related items as needed. The initial contract term runs for twelve months from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, with vendors having the opportunity to submit multi-year proposals. Vendors may bid on any portion of the requested items, and the District reserves the right to make multiple awards by item, category, group, or in total as deemed in the District's best interest. The District does not guarantee any specific quantities that will be purchased under this invitation for bid.

The affidavit of non-collusion is a standard compliance document requiring bidders to certify that their bid is made independently without collusion, fraud, or any anticompetitive practices with other bidders or parties. This document serves as a binding attestation that the bidder has not engaged in any illegal agreements or arrangements that would compromise the integrity of the competitive bidding process. Submission of this affidavit is a prerequisite for bid consideration and demonstrates the bidder's compliance with applicable procurement regulations and ethical standards.