Addendum_1_-_Q&A.pdf
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- Solicitation number
- 26039-RFP-DST
- Issued by
- Florida
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This is Addendum 1 to a Competitive Solicitation issued by Hillsborough County Public Schools in Tampa, Florida for the Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Program - Student Nutrition Services (RFP 26039-RFP-DST). The addendum addresses questions and answers submitted by potential bidders regarding the solicitation requirements. The original RFP, issued February 11, 2026, solicits proposals for a cost-plus fixed fee per case contract to deliver fresh produce to approximately 18 elementary school sites participating in the USDA Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program, with potential expansion to 20 schools in 2026-2027. The contract term runs from September 1, 2026 through May 1, 2027, with automatic renewal for up to four additional one-year periods. The initial proposal deadline was March 11, 2026, with an estimated award date of August 4, 2026.
The addendum clarifies that all fruits and vegetables supplied under this program must be delivered fresh and in their natural state. Specifically, the response addresses a bidder inquiry regarding frozen pineapple wedges, confirming that frozen or pre-packaged produce does not qualify for this solicitation. All produce must meet the USDA Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program standards, which require fresh, raw items without additives or dips. Vendors must acknowledge receipt of this addendum with their bid submission. The solicitation is governed by the laws of the State of Florida, and the estimated annual budget is $600,000, funded entirely by USDA grant awards.
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HillsboroughSchools.org • P.O. Box 3408 • Tampa, FL 33601-3408 • (813) 272-4000 Raymond O. Shelton School Administrative Center • 901 East Kennedy Blvd. • Tampa, FL 33602-3507
Superintendent Van Ayres
PROCUREMENT SERVICES
ADDENDUM TO COMPETITIVE SOLICITATION
April 8, 2026
Competitive Solicitation No. and Name: 26039-RFP-DST Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Program - SNS
Addendum #: 1
NOTICE TO ALL POTENTIAL BIDDERS/PROPOSERS/RESPONDENTS
The above-referenced competitive solicitation is modified as outlined in this addendum. The original competitive solicitation documents and any previously issued addenda remain in full force and effect, except as modified by this addendum, which is hereby made part of the competitive solicitation. Respondents must consider this Addendum when preparing and submitting their bid/proposal/quote/reply.
1. Questions and Answers
The following questions and answers are provided as a matter of information to clarify issues raised regarding the competitive solicitation. To the extent that changes to the competitive solicitation are required based on the questions received, the competitive solicitation has been modified as noted above in the competitive solicitation section of this addendum.
Questions and Answers
Question Good afternoon. We currently supply some frozen pineapple wedges individually wrapped to other counties.
I wanted to know if this frozen pineapple wedges may qualify for this bid.
Answer No. All fruits and vegetables for this program must be delivered fresh.
This Addendum shall be construed and governed by the laws of the State of Florida.
Sincerely, Christy Perales, Procurement Officer
THE BIDDER/PROPOSER/RESPONDENT MUST ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF THIS ADDENDUM WITH YOUR
BID/PROPOSAL/REPLY ON THE FORM PROVIDED IN THE COMPETITIVE SOLICITATION.
1. Questions and Answers
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