RFP 25-030 CCSD FNS Commercial and Locally Grown Produce Product List.xlsx

This is a Request for Proposal (RFP) 25-030 issued by the Colorado Commercial and Locally Grown Produce Product program for the Colorado Commercial School District (CCSD) Food and Nutrition Services (FNS). The RFP solicits proposals for purchasing fresh produce products not available through the Department of Defense (DoD) program, with a specific focus on cultivating relationships with local Colorado farmers. The contract will run from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, with potential for four additional one-year renewals, contingent on mutual written agreement. The solicitation covers a comprehensive list of produce items including fruits (apples, bananas, tangerines, grapes, kiwifruit, melons, nectarines, oranges, peaches, and pears), vegetables (broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, cabbage, celery, cucumbers, peppers, lettuce varieties, mushrooms, onions, spinach, squash, and tomatoes), and herbs like cilantro.

The RFP allows bidders to submit pricing using either a firm price or a cost-plus-fixed-fee model, with detailed instructions for pricing methodology. Bidders are encouraged to specify product specifications, USDA grades, case/unit pack sizes, availability periods, and countries of origin. Additional points will be awarded for geographic preference, specifically for locally grown Colorado produce. The yearly estimates provided are not guaranteed purchase quantities but represent historical purchasing data. Bidders must complete all columns in the provided spreadsheet, including standard items, CCSD product specifications, bidder product specifications, pricing, availability, and origin details. The solicitation emphasizes flexibility in bidding, allowing vendors to submit "NO Bid" for items they cannot supply and encouraging transparent communication about product availability and specifications.