School Nutrition Chemicals & Paper

The Coweta County School Nutrition Program is conducting a comprehensive Invitation for Bid (IFB) #25-0001 for chemicals, paper products, and warewashing supplies across multiple school districts, including Coweta County, Griffin-Spaulding County, and Heard County School Systems. The procurement covers an extensive range of approximately 100 distinct line items, encompassing cleaning chemicals, sanitation supplies, food service disposables, personal protective equipment, and kitchen maintenance products. Specific items include dish soaps, sanitizers, all-purpose cleaners, floor cleaners, food handler gloves, liquid enzymes, detergents, paper products, and various food service containers. The bid was issued on March 7, 2025, with sealed bids due on April 15, 2025, at 1:00 PM, and the initial contract period will run from July 1, 2025, to June 2026. Evaluation criteria will focus on identifying the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specified terms, conditions, and product specifications, with pricing required to remain firm for the initial six months and potential adjustments thereafter based on verified market conditions.

The solicitation follows federal procurement standards, including USDA regulations and Buy American provisions, and allows for potential contract extensions up to three additional one-year terms based on vendor performance. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the bid includes comprehensive compliance requirements such as debarment verification, civil rights assurances, and non-discrimination provisions. The procurement allows for piggybacking by other school systems, providing flexibility for potential expanded usage. Although specific award values are not detailed, the extensive product list suggests a substantial annual contract value for school nutrition supply procurement. Vendors must demonstrate the ability to provide high-quality products meeting strict food service and sanitation standards, with an emphasis on reliable supply chain management and competitive pricing. Bids should be submitted to the Coweta County School Nutrition Office at 140 Werz Industrial Drive, Newnan, GA 30263, with vendors expected to provide comprehensive pricing and product specifications.