IFB# MAPC School Produce 2025

The Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) is conducting a competitive bid process for the procurement of fruits and vegetables for participating municipalities and school districts in Massachusetts. The Invitation for Bid (IFB) #MAPC School Produce 2025 seeks qualified vendors to supply and deliver specified produce to schools across the region. The solicitation will be available starting Monday, July 28, 2025, at 4:00pm ET, with bid submissions required through the CommBUYS platform by Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at 4:00pm ET. The contract term will run from the date of execution through June 30, 2026. MAPC will serve as the primary contracting authority and will award the contract to the eligible, responsive, and responsible vendor offering the lowest total price for all items. Interested vendors must obtain the IFB document by emailing KChampley@mapc.org, with documents to be provided via email or linked upon request. The procurement emphasizes cost-effectiveness, vendor responsiveness, and the ability to consistently supply fresh produce to participating school districts.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly mentioned in the provided documentation. The procurement appears to be open to all qualified vendors capable of meeting the produce supply requirements. While no incumbent vendors were identified, the solicitation suggests a competitive bidding process that welcomes multiple potential suppliers. No specific budget range or award value was directly stated in the available materials. The procurement process allows MAPC to reserve the right to accept or reject any bids or cancel the solicitation at any time. No bid bond is required for this procurement, which may lower the barrier to entry for potential vendors. The focus appears to be on securing a reliable, cost-effective produce supply for schools, with the primary evaluation criterion being the lowest total price for all requested items.