San Diego Unified School District Planet bids #GD27-0106-41

SDUSD Solicits Frozen Foods and Groceries for School Meal Programs

The San Diego Unified School District (SDUSD) is soliciting bids for the supply and delivery of a comprehensive range of frozen foods and groceries to support its Food & Nutrition Services Department and federally compliant school meal programs. - Government Buyer: - San Diego Unified School District, Food & Nutrition Services Department - Products/Services Requested: - Wide variety of frozen foods, bakery items, dairy products, perishable goods, and staple groceries - Notable items include: cookie dough, cinnamon rolls, waffles, scones, flatbread, sandwiches, chili, burgers, cheese, yogurt, fruits, pureed foods, cereals, condiments, and more - Detailed product list with estimated quantities (e.g., 150,000 cinnamon rolls, 300,000 chicken corn dogs, 40,000 lbs shredded cheese) - Delivery and supply service to multiple school cafeteria sites throughout San Diego - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Compliance with federal meal requirements (National School Breakfast and Lunch Programs) - Strict adherence to product quality, labeling, and nutritional standards - Buy American provision for food products - Complete nutrient analysis and compliance with the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act - Prohibition of artificial trans fats - Supplier must provide a dedicated customer service representative and use an online ordering system if available - Timely deliveries required up to three times weekly - Contract allows for addition of new items and renewal for up to two additional one-year terms - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Delivery locations include over 20 named school sites across San Diego

Description

The San Diego Unified School District is soliciting bids for the purchase and delivery of frozen foods and groceries to support its Food & Nutrition Services Department. The contract involves supplying a wide range of food items, including bakery products, dairy, frozen foods, and staple groceries, to various school cafeteria sites. The supplier must comply with federal meal requirements, maintain product quality and safety standards, provide nutritional information, and ensure timely deliveries. The initial contract term is from July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024, with options for renewal.

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