RFP 26-502 Produce Products - Eugene School District 4J Nutrition Services

Eugene School District 4J is requesting proposals for a primary distributor of produce products for the 2026–27 school year under RFP 26-502, with proposals due July 22, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. local time. The District requires compliance with the Buy American provision and emphasizes Oregon-grown produce availability and participation in Oregon's Farm to School program; vendors must submit a list of Oregon farms used.

The scope covers fresh produce delivery to all thirty-five school sites (nineteen elementary, eight middle, four comprehensive high, and one alternative high school) before school day starts when specified. The vendor must maintain an assigned sales representative for the Eugene area, provide fully trained delivery staff, maintain availability during regular office hours, and possess five years' experience as a produce distributor. Pricing spans over eighty line items across apples, vegetables, fruits, and specialty produce with specified pack sizes and product codes. All products must meet USDA grading standards, possess a minimum of 95% remaining shelf life at delivery, and comply with Title 21 CFR Part 100 manufacturing standards. Pricing must be submitted on an F.O.B. destination basis with all shipping and handling charges included.

The initial contract term runs September 1, 2026 through August 31, 2027, with options to extend for four additional one-year periods at the District's discretion. Prices must be held firm for the first twelve months; any increases require sixty days' notice and documented cost justification.

Evaluation allocates fifty points to cost based on total anticipated usage of frequently used items, thirty-five points to product quality and availability responses, ten points to delivery experience, and five points for demonstrating Oregon farm sourcing capability. RFP questions are due July 6, 2026. An addendum is scheduled for release July 13, 2026, and a Notice of Intent to Award is expected July 29, 2026. The District reserves the right to award to multiple vendors or cancel the solicitation if deemed in its best interest.