Multi year Pizza Bid

Livonia Public Schools in Wayne County, Michigan, is seeking a multi-year pizza delivery contract for its school district, covering the 2018-2019 through 2020-2021 academic years. The procurement involves providing approximately 685 14-inch pizzas weekly to 19 district schools, including elementary, upper elementary, and middle schools. The successful vendor must deliver fresh-made pizzas that meet specific USDA school meal nutritional standards, including whole grain crusts, low-sodium sauce, and precise cheese and topping portion specifications. Sealed bids are due by 11:00 a.m. on August 7, 2018, with a public bid opening immediately following. Bidders are required to provide cheese and pepperoni pizza samples at the bid opening for evaluation. The district will assess bids based on multiple criteria, including pricing, delivery capabilities, production facilities, location, workforce, and brand reputation. Delivery requirements are strict, with pizzas to be delivered within a narrow 25-minute window before each school's first lunch period.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or specific restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must submit additional documentation, including a familial disclosure statement, Iran Economic Sanctions Act compliance affidavit, and an Equal Opportunity Statement. While the exact budget range is not specified, the estimated annual pizza volume is 12,000 pizzas, suggesting a potentially significant contract value. The vendor must provide insulated pouches or hot boxes at no additional cost and maintain firm pricing throughout the contract year. The three-year contract term indicates a commitment to establishing a stable, long-term partnership with a reliable pizza supplier. Prospective bidders will need to demonstrate not only competitive pricing but also the operational capacity to consistently meet the district's detailed nutritional and logistical requirements across multiple school locations.