RFP - CN 2026-27 Commercial Food Bid

The Utah school district issued Request for Bid (RFB) CN 2026-27 for commercial food products to be delivered weekly throughout the 2026-27 school year. This is an all-or-none aggregate bid requiring qualified vendors to provide firm, competitive pricing for all 382 line items without exception to be considered responsive, though the district reserves discretion to waive minor informalities if deemed in its best interest. The comprehensive product list encompasses breakfast items (bagels, biscuits, cereals, pancakes, waffles), proteins (chicken, beef, pork, fish), dairy products (cheese, milk, yogurt, cream cheese), frozen vegetables and fruits, condiments and sauces, snacks (chips, crackers, granola), pasta and grains, and specialty items including gluten-free alternatives, with annual usage estimates ranging from 1 case to 2,260 cases across products. Bidders must submit per-serving and per-case pricing for all items while adhering to specified case weights, pack configurations, and storage requirements (dry, frozen, or cooler). The solicitation was posted April 14, 2026, with bids due May 2, 2026. Bidders must comply with all mandatory requirements including completion of debarment certification, anti-lobbying certification, Buy American Provision compliance to ensure domestic content standards, and Utah HB402 compliance as detailed in the accompanying Terms & Conditions document.

The procurement documents do not explicitly identify set-asides for disadvantaged enterprises, minority-owned businesses, or other restricted categories, nor do they reference incumbent vendors or current contractors. The district has identified preferred manufacturers and brands for most products, such as General Mills for cereals, Barilla for pasta, McCain for frozen potatoes and vegetables, and Bongards for cheese products, though equivalent products may be substituted subject to district approval. No specific award value or budget range is disclosed within the available bid solicitation documents; vendors are directed to the bid table and Terms & Conditions documentation for complete pricing submission requirements and contract terms. The procurement emphasizes vendor accountability for product quality, safety, nutritional standards, proper food handling and storage practices, and collaborative engagement with district staff throughout the contract period. All participating vendors must demonstrate compliance with federal child nutrition program requirements and federal funding restrictions, including anti-lobbying and debarment certifications, as conditions of bid responsiveness and eligibility for contract award.