IFB 006-24 Meat, Meat Alternate and Grocery, Net Off Invoice

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This Invitation for Bids (IFB) is issued by the Clayton County Public Schools (CCPS) to solicit bids from qualified vendors to provide Meat, Meat Alternate and Grocery products on a Net Off Invoice (NOI) basis. The contract will serve over 53,000 students within the CCPS district. Bidders must have proven experience in providing these products and meet the minimum requirements outlined in the IFB. The contract term is for one year with two one-year renewal options. Detailed product specifications, including item numbers, descriptions, unit sizes, and approved brands, are provided. Pricing is requested on an NOI basis, with authorized quarterly price increases allowed based on changes in market conditions. Bidders must comply with various CCPS school nutrition program requirements, such as the Buy American provision, nutrient analysis, and a code of conduct. The pre-bid conference is scheduled for September 5, 2023, and bids are due by October 19, 2023, at 3:00 PM EDT.

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The IFB does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The current incumbent vendors are Gordon Food Service and Sutherland's Foodservice, Inc., who were awarded the previous contract. The total value of the current contract is not to exceed $4,000,000. Bidders may be required to provide product samples upon request. Funding sources and requirements are not specified in the provided documents.