8-GSD JB26-322 Cost Sheet IW legume snack.xlsx

This is a cost sheet for an Invitation for Bid (IFB) issued by Granite School District in Utah for an individually wrapped legume-based snack product for the Child Nutrition Department. The product must be a 1.0-1.5 oz portion legume-based snack such as fava bean or chickpea that provides either 2 oz equivalent Meat/Meat Alternate or ¼ cup legume vegetable under National School Lunch Program (NSLP) guidelines. The product must be shelf-stable with a minimum 12-month shelf life, nut-free, Kosher certified, and available in a minimum of three distinct flavors with options for variety packs or mixed flavor orders. Estimated initial usage is approximately 12,000 individually wrapped servings for summer service, though actual quantities may increase based on menu integration and student acceptance. The contract will begin at the time of award for one year with four optional one-year renewal periods. Award will be made to the single vendor offering the lowest responsive and responsible bid that meets all required specifications.

The cost sheet requires vendors to complete specified blue fields including manufacturer number, pack size, price per serving, price per case, minimum order quantity, and flavor and additional comments. Nutritional requirements include a minimum of 9 grams of protein and 7 grams of dietary fiber per serving, with sodium not exceeding 400 milligrams and calories not exceeding 200. Approved brands are Zee Zees or Granite School District approved equal products. A Child Nutrition label or Product Formulation Statement is required. Federal funds will be used for this contract, and the District reserves the right to determine if alternative or substitute products meet the required specifications and school needs.