Thomas County SY25_26 Bread Bid.pdf

This document is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for bread issued by the Thomas County School Nutrition Program in Thomasville, Georgia for the School Year 2025-2026. The bid (IFB #SY25-26 Bread) is soliciting sealed bids for bread products to be delivered to various school locations within Thomas County, including Hand in Hand Primary School, Garrison-Pilcher Elementary School, Cross Creek Elementary School, Thomas County Middle School, Thomas County Central High School, and Bishop Hall School. The bid is scheduled to be issued on April 1, 2025, with written questions accepted until April 15, 2025. Bids are due by May 2, 2025 at 4 pm EST and will be opened on May 5, 2025 at 9 am at the TC School Nutrition Office. The contract term is from July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026, with potential extension options of up to three months at the same pricing and the possibility of renewal for up to four additional one-year terms based on vendor performance.

The bid requires compliance with various federal and state regulations, including the Buy American provision, which mandates purchasing domestic commodities to the maximum extent practical. Pricing will remain firm for 180 days from the contract award date, with potential adjustments based on verified market conditions. The School Food Authority (SFA) reserves the right to award a single contract or multiple contracts on a group or line-item basis that best serves their interests. Bidders must provide detailed product specifications, nutrition information, and comply with food safety requirements such as having a Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) plan. The bid emphasizes the importance of domestic product sourcing, with strict guidelines for alternative or imported products, and includes provisions for quality control, delivery schedules, and potential contract termination for poor performance.