8-Appendix G Sample Minimum Food Specifications (5).pdf

This document is an appendix containing minimum food specifications for Advantage Arts Academy's Food Service Management contract in Utah. The specifications establish quality and grading standards for all food categories that will be procured under this food service agreement, including meat and seafood products (USDA Grade Choice or better for beef, lamb, and veal; U.S. No. 1 or 2 for pork; U.S. Government Grade A for poultry), dairy products (Grade A pasteurized milk, USDA Grade A eggs), fresh and frozen fruits and vegetables (U.S. Grade A Fancy or Choice standards), baked products meeting USDA breakfast and lunch requirements, and staple groceries meeting comparable quality standards. The request for proposals is issued by Advantage Arts Academy, with questions accepted until June 5, 2026 at 5:00 PM MDT, and proposal submissions required by June 29, 2026 at 3:00 PM MDT to Kelly Simonsen at the Herriman, Utah address.

The specifications document notes that these are minimum standards and encourages the School Food Authority (SFA) to provide more detailed specifications aligned with the 21-day menu cycle. The specifications also reference Utah House Bill 402, which defines food additives and ingredients that are prohibited from being sold, donated, offered, or served on school grounds during the school day beginning with the 2026-2027 school year. All foods must be government-inspected or meet equivalent certification standards. Bidders should note the 1GB file size limit for single document uploads and are responsible for reviewing the complete solicitation documentation to ensure compliance with all stated requirements.