Soliciting for bids for our Head Start Program Food

The Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency (MWVCAA) is soliciting competitive bids for food and dairy products to support its Head Start program across two distribution sites in the Salem/Keizer area of Oregon. This procurement opportunity covers a two-year contract period from October 2022 through September 2024, with specific requirements for food and dairy product procurement. The solicitation seeks vendors capable of delivering comprehensive food and dairy supplies, with detailed specifications including product types, quantities, and delivery schedules. Projected annual dairy needs include 1,984 to 10,803 gallons of milk (primarily 1% milk, with whole milk for toddlers and lactose-free options), and 140 to 460 pounds of butter annually. Bid evaluation criteria will focus on cost, delivery capabilities, product availability, and vendor references. The formal bid submission deadline is October 6, 2022, at 5:00 PM, with bids to be submitted electronically to Natalie Bratton via email.

While the solicitation document does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises, it appears to be an open competitive procurement accessible to qualified food and dairy suppliers. The procurement is specifically for the Head Start program, which suggests potential opportunities for vendors with experience in large-scale institutional food service. The document does not disclose the current or incumbent vendor, nor does it provide a specific budget range or total contract value. However, the detailed specifications and two-year contract duration indicate a substantial procurement opportunity for food service providers capable of meeting the precise nutritional and logistical requirements of the Head Start program. Vendors will need to demonstrate robust delivery infrastructure, consistent product quality, and competitive pricing to be considered for this contract.