Produce for Middletown Public Schools

Middletown Public Schools (MPS) in Connecticut is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP RFPCAFE 2026-03) for the procurement of produce to support the district's school meal programs across all schools for a two-year contract period from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2028. The solicitation seeks qualified vendors to supply produce meeting detailed specifications established by the district for nutritional and operational requirements. Proposal submission opens April 22, 2026 at 6:00 AM EDT and closes May 8, 2026 at 11:00 AM EDT, with all written questions regarding the proposal due by Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 12:00 PM EST to Christopher Puorro, Purchasing Agent, submitted either via email at puorroc@mpsct.org or through the online Q&A portal at https://mpsct.bonfirehub.com/opportunities/230875. The RFP does not specify formal evaluation criteria, line items, site visit requirements, or a mandatory bidders' conference in the available documentation. Payment terms are established at Net 30 days. All proposal documents and detailed specifications are available for download directly from the MPS Bonfire Hub portal.

The procurement is open to all vendors without restrictions, set-asides, or designations for disadvantaged enterprises. No incumbent vendor or current contractor information has been identified in the available solicitation documents. The RFP does not specify an estimated total contract value, budget range, or award amount. Vendors should direct all technical and clarification questions to Christopher Puorro at the Middletown Board of Education, 311 Hunting Hill Avenue, Middletown, Connecticut 06457, telephone 860-638-1426, to ensure comprehensive understanding of all specifications, requirements, evaluation criteria, and contractual obligations prior to proposal submission.