GRO42 Vendor Quote List_Category 1 Produce.xlsx

The file "GRO42 Vendor Quote List_Category 1 Produce.xlsx" is a vendor quote list associated with the Massachusetts Operational Services Division (OSD) Statewide Contract GRO42 for K-12 School Nutrition Products. The contract specifically focuses on Category 1 Produce and Category 2 Groceries, targeting nutritional product suppliers for school districts across the state's fourteen counties. The solicitation covers UNSPSC codes for prepared foods, fruits, vegetables, and meat products, with a Notice of Intent posted on June 5, 2025, and proposal submissions due by August 12, 2025. Vendors are required to register on COMMBUYS and include appropriate Commodity Codes to receive bid notifications.

The procurement appears designed to facilitate volume purchasing for educational institutions, with potential opportunities for diverse suppliers through the Supplier Diversity Office and Supplier Diversity Program. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the contract methodology suggests a competitive bidding process that may consider factors beyond pricing, including environmental preferences and supplier diversity. The COMMBUYS platform provides a transparent mechanism for vendor participation, and interested parties are encouraged to review all documentation and potential amendments. The solicitation seems structured to accommodate multiple vendors across produce and grocery categories, potentially allowing both large and small suppliers to compete for the contract.