IFB 007-24 Commercial Meat, Meat Alternate and Grocery

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This Invitation for Bids (IFB) is issued by Clayton County Public Schools (CCPS) in Georgia to solicit bids from qualified vendors to provide commercial meat, meat alternate, and grocery products on an as-needed basis. The district is seeking a wide range of food items, including canned fruits and vegetables, breads, cereals, snack items, juices, and prepared entrees. The IFB outlines detailed specifications for approximately 479 line items, with estimated quantities ranging from 15 to 35,000 cases per item. Bids are due by October 17, 2023, at 3:00 PM EST, and the initial contract term is for one year, with two optional one-year renewal terms. Bidders must comply with various federal compliance requirements, such as the Buy American Provision and Civil Rights Assurance.

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The IFB includes provisions for CCPS's Inclusivity in Purchasing Policy and Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) Program, indicating potential set-aside opportunities for disadvantaged enterprises. The district intends to make one award, though they reserve the right to make multiple awards or no award. The total contract value is not to exceed $7,000,000, and the current contractors are Gordon Food Service and Sutherland's Foodservice, Inc. Vendors are advised to monitor the CCPS website for any additional addenda issued for this IFB.