28981_Apr_7_25_solicitation_doc.pdf

This document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by Groton Public Schools through the Lighthouse Purchasing Co-op, solicitation number 28981, seeking proposals for fresh and pre-cut vegetables and fruits for K-12 school districts. The solicitation is open from March 21, 2025, to April 21, 2025, with a vendor Q&A period running from March 21, 2025, at 8:00 AM EDT to April 18, 2025, at 2:00 PM EDT. The procurement is structured with Free On Board Destination delivery terms and is open to all vendors, with the primary contact being Ernest Koschmieder from Groton Public Schools, located at 154 Tollgate Road, Groton, CT 06340.

The RFP includes two accompanying documents: "Fresh Produce Invitation.pdf" and "Copy of Produce Spec.xlsx", which provide detailed produce specifications and procurement requirements. No specific estimated total value is provided, and payment terms will be vendor-specified with additional details available in the instructions. The solicitation does not indicate any set-aside designations, incumbent vendors, or specific infrastructure requirements. Vendors are expected to carefully review the attached documents and comply with all specified requirements for produce quality, delivery, and documentation to support school meal programs across participating K-12 districts in Connecticut.