RFP - Grocery Items & Distribution Boston Public Schools

The City of Boston, acting through the Boston Public Schools (BPS), has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for Grocery Items & Distribution, project EV00013288. This procurement seeks quotes from selected vendors through the City of Boston's Supplier Portal for the supply and delivery of grocery items to the BPS. The contract term will be for 1 year, and multiple awards may be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder(s) offering the lowest total unit price per delivery for each item. A pre-bid conference call is scheduled for November 20, 2023 to provide prospective bidders an opportunity to learn more about the district's plans and needs, and ask questions. The IFB specifies that specifications and plans will be available on or about November 6, 2023, and that quotes are due by 12:00 PM Boston time on December 4, 2023. Bidders may bid on specific groupings of items and work with subcontractors to fulfill requirements under the Good Food Purchasing Program (GFPP). The successful bidder(s) will be required to provide proof of workers' compensation insurance coverage prior to contract commencement.

The IFB does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. There is no information provided about any incumbent vendors or current contractors, or any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The IFB does not include any listed budget ranges, but the City of Boston is seeking to establish a contract for the supply and delivery of grocery items to the Boston Public Schools.