Food Nutrition Service Beverages

The Northshore School District No. 417 in the state of Washington is seeking bids from qualified vendors to supply USDA Smart Snack compliant beverages for its Food Nutrition Services Department at 10 secondary schools. The district is requesting bids for a variety of beverage products, including juices, sparkling waters, sports drinks, and milk substitutes, for purchase throughout the school day. The contract term is for an initial period of one year from August 1, 2024 through July 31, 2025, with four optional one-year extensions, for a potential final term date of July 31, 2029. Bids are due on June 13, 2024 at 10 AM, and the district intends to award the contract(s) to the lowest, responsive, and responsible bidder(s). The estimated annual value of the contract is $100,000 to $150,000. The district is seeking to leverage the Interlocal Cooperation Act to allow other public agencies and school districts in Washington State to utilize the awarded contract(s) and pricing.

Small, minority, and women-owned businesses are encouraged to respond to this solicitation. The district will evaluate proposals based on the lowest price that can meet their requirements and reserves the right to split awards by item to secure the best overall value. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are listed, and the district has not specified any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration.