Opportunity
Shelby County Schools #26-21
Shelby County Schools Solicits Bids for Fresh Produce Supply to Child Nutrition Program
Posted
May 05, 2026
Respond By
May 19, 2026
Identifier
26-21
NAICS
424480
Shelby County Board of Education is seeking bids to supply a wide range of fresh produce for its Child Nutrition Program (CNP): - Government Buyer: - Shelby County Board of Education, Child Nutrition Program (Alabama) - Products/Services Requested: - Over 150 distinct fresh produce line items, including apples, bananas, berries, vegetables, herbs, and eggs - Each item specified by type, grade, packaging, and quantity (e.g., 250 cases of Gala apples, 400 cases of green turbo bananas, 500 bags of spring mix lettuce) - All produce must meet USDA grade standards and Buy American provisions - Weekly deliveries required to more than 25 school sites across Shelby County - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with Alabama Immigration Law and E-Verify (if applicable) - Adherence to non-discrimination policies - All necessary licenses and certifications required - Price adjustments allowed based on verifiable market conditions - Contract awarded to the lowest responsible bidder meeting all specifications, with consideration for quality, conformity, delivery, and past service - No specific OEMs or brand names are mentioned; the solicitation is open to all qualified produce suppliers - Place of Performance/Delivery: - Deliveries to multiple Shelby County school facilities and the Child Nutrition Department office in Columbiana, AL
Description
Shelby County Board of Education is soliciting sealed bids for Bid #26-21 CNP Produce for use in the Shelby County School System. Bids must be submitted using the provided form, sealed, and marked "CNP Produce" with the bid number, opening time, and date. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder meeting specifications, considering factors such as quality, conformity, delivery terms, and past service. The bid due date is May 19, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. Bidders must comply with Alabama State Bid Law and provide documentation of enrollment in the E-Verify program if applicable.