FRESH AND FROZEN PRODUCE SPECS.pdf

This is a specifications document for fresh and frozen produce supplies required by the Pennsylvania Educational Buying Consortium (EBC) for the months of April, May, and June 2026. The document outlines detailed product specifications for various fresh produce items including vegetables, fruits, and frozen produce categories. The specifications establish quality standards, packaging requirements, delivery conditions, and acceptance criteria for items such as lettuce, tomatoes, carrots, potatoes, apples, berries, and various frozen vegetable options. The document serves as a reference guide for vendors bidding on contract opportunity 5000 ODP to ensure all supplied products meet the required standards for educational institutions within the consortium.

The specifications emphasize quality metrics such as freshness, appropriate ripeness, freedom from defects, and proper storage conditions to maintain nutritional value and food safety. Pricing terms, delivery schedules, and specific product grades are to be detailed in vendor proposals, with all products subject to inspection and rejection if they fail to meet the outlined specifications. The document does not indicate set-asides, incumbent information, or specific funding amounts within the specifications themselves, as these details are typically contained in separate bid documents and contract award notices.