Milk

The Coweta County School Nutrition Program is conducting a competitive procurement for milk and dairy products for the 2025-2026 school year through Invitation for Bid (IFB) #25-0003. The solicitation seeks bids for a comprehensive range of milk products, including 1% low-fat half-pint milk, fat-free skim milk, chocolate milk, vanilla milk, strawberry milk, buttermilk, half & half, and specialized options like lactose-free and shelf-stable milk products. Estimated quantities vary across 13 line items, ranging from 10 to 1,120,115 units. The initial contract term will run from July 1, 2025, to June 2026, with potential extensions up to three additional months and possible renewals for up to four additional one-year terms. The bid is due on April 15, 2025, at 1:00 PM, with bids to be opened at the same time and location. Evaluation will focus on identifying the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specified requirements, with firm pricing guaranteed for the first six months and potential market-based adjustments thereafter.

The procurement follows federal regulations, including strict Buy American provisions that require domestic commodity sourcing where practicable. The solicitation allows for potential piggybacking by other school food authorities, expanding the potential contract scope. Vendors must comply with multiple federal requirements, including debarment verification, lobbying certification, and civil rights regulations. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the bid includes comprehensive compliance requirements that may impact vendor eligibility. Payment terms are established at net 30 days, and vendors will be expected to provide detailed pricing information and meet stringent delivery and product specifications. Although the current documentation shows placeholder pricing of $0.0000, the total procurement is likely to represent a significant annual investment in milk products for school nutrition programs. The comprehensive product list and flexible contract terms suggest the potential for a substantial contract value, likely in the range of several hundred thousand dollars for the annual procurement.