GRO42 K-12 School Nutrition Products - Reopen
Closed State & local contract opportunity Posted
- Solicitation number
- BD-25-1080-OSD03-OSD03-117666
- State
- Massachusetts
- Responses due
Opportunity facts
- UNSPSC codes
- Points of contact
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- Michael Barry michael.barry3@mass.gov (617) 720-3182
- Category Management osd-dl-catmanagement@mass.gov (617) 720-3300
- Accounts Payable osd-accountspayable@mass.gov (617) 720-3300
Opportunity details come from commbuys.com. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, through the Operational Services Division (OSD), is reopening Statewide Contract GRO42 for K-12 School Nutrition Products, specifically targeting Category 1 Produce and newly adding Category 2 Groceries. This procurement seeks multiple vendors to supply nutritional products to school districts across the state's fourteen counties, focusing on fresh fruits, vegetables, and grocery items. Vendors must submit proposals via COMMBUYS, with the solicitation covering UNSPSC codes 50 19 00 (Prepared and preserved Foods), 50 10 00 (Fruits and Vegetables), and 50 11 00 (Meat and Poultry Products). The Notice of Intent was posted on June 5, 2025, with proposals due by August 12, 2025. Potential bidders are required to register on COMMBUYS and include appropriate Commodity Codes to receive bid notifications. The procurement aims to leverage significant volume purchasing for K-12 educational institutions, with bidders encouraged to review all documentation and potential amendments on the COMMBUYS platform.
The solicitation appears to encourage participation from diverse suppliers, with references to the Supplier Diversity Office and Supplier Diversity Program suggesting potential opportunities for disadvantaged business enterprises. While specific set-aside percentages are not detailed in the provided documentation, the OSD typically supports inclusive procurement practices. The contract appears designed to accommodate multiple vendors across produce and grocery categories, potentially allowing for both large and small suppliers to participate. Specific award values or precise budget ranges are not explicitly stated in the available documentation. Interested vendors are directed to additional resources including the Operational Services Division Homepage, OSD Training & Outreach Courses, and guidance on Environmentally Preferable Products, indicating a comprehensive approach to vendor selection that may consider factors beyond pricing. The procurement method through COMMBUYS suggests a transparent, competitive bidding process accessible to qualified vendors meeting the specified product and performance requirements.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| GRO42 Prompt Payment Discount Form~2.docx | DOCX document | |
| GRO42 Required Contract Provisions~2.pdf | ||
| GRO42 Vendor Quote List_Category 1 Produce.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| Notice of Intent - GRO42 - K-12 School Nutrition Products - Reopening.pdf | ||
| Creating A Quote In COMMBUYS Job Aid~1.PDF | ||
| GRO42 Bidder Response Form_Re-Opening.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| GRO42 Market Basket Price File_Category 2 Groceries.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| GRO42 K- 12 School Nutrition Products RFR Amendment_Re-Open_Final 08072025.docx | DOCX document | |
| Referenced_Standard_Contract_Form_Sample Only_Do Not Fill Out.pdf | ||
| GRO42 SDP_Plan_Form for Goods and Services~2.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| GR042 Market Basket File_Category 1 Produce.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| GRO42 Evaluation Criteria~1.docx | DOCX document | |
| Notice of Intent - GRO42 - K-12 School Nutrition Products - Reopening.pdf |
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