Local Fish for Boston Public Schools

The City of Boston, acting through the Boston Public Schools (BPS), has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for the procurement of local fish to be provided to the Boston Public Schools. The 1-year contract seeks to secure a supplier(s) that can provide local fish in compliance with Child Nutrition Program and BPS Nutrition Guidelines. Bids are due by 12:00 PM on June 5, 2023 and will be opened immediately thereafter. A pre-bid conference call will be held on May 30, 2023 to provide prospective bidders an opportunity to learn more about the district's needs and ask questions. The successful bidder(s) will be required to provide insurance for workers' compensation coverage. The IFB indicates that multiple awards may be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder(s) offering the lowest total unit price per delivery for each item, and bidders may bid on any number of items.

The IFB does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. No information is provided on incumbent vendors, current contractors, or existing infrastructure that may require integration. Additionally, the IFB does not include any listed award values or budget ranges.