Georgia Procurement Registry #PE-55612-NONST-2027-000000031

Bulloch County School District Seeks Fresh, Local Produce for K-12 Schools

The Bulloch County School District is seeking proposals for the supply of fresh, locally grown produce for its K-12 schools as part of the Farm to School program. - Government Buyer: - Bulloch County School District, School Nutrition Program - Products/Services Requested: - Wide variety of fruits and vegetables, including: - Watermelon (1,600 units) - Apples (2,000 units) - Persimmons (680 units) - Citrus (kisses, kishus, satsumas, tangerines; 10,000 units) - Sweet potatoes (1,900 units) - Strawberries (690 units) - Potato, small blend (1,400 units) - Collard greens, mixed greens, romaine lettuce, turnip greens, broccoli, carrots (350 units), spinach (260 units), cucumbers (40 units), yellow summer squash (150 units), butternut squash (1,035 units), tomatoes (100 units), pears, Vidalia onions, whole grain flour (100 units), butter beans (350 units) - Detailed specifications for packaging, size, and quality provided for each item - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Strong preference for locally grown produce (within 200 miles of Bulloch County, GA) - Ability to provide product origin information - Support for staff training on produce handling - Multiple vendors may be awarded; no exclusive supplier - Deliveries to School Nutrition Services & Auxiliary Warehouse in Statesboro, GA, serving 14 schools and approximately 11,200 students - District will supplement with USDA DoD Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program and direct local farmer purchases - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or branded vendors mentioned; open to all qualified produce suppliers

Description

The Bulloch County School District is soliciting proposals from vendors to supply fresh produce for the fiscal year 2027. The district emphasizes its Farm to School program, seeking vendors who can provide fresh, local produce grown within 200 miles of Bulloch County. The procurement may be awarded to multiple vendors for seasonal items, and the district reserves the right to purchase produce from other sources as well. Deliveries will be made to the school nutrition warehouse in Statesboro, GA, and the district serves approximately 11,200 students across 14 schools.

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