Louisiana Procurement and Contract Network #654321-27-CN-0003

Orleans Parish School Board Solicits Bids for Fresh, Processed, and Pre-Cut Produce for NOLA Public Schools

The Orleans Parish School Board (OPSB) is seeking bids to supply a comprehensive range of fresh, processed, and pre-cut produce for twelve NOLA Public Schools for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. - Government Buyer: - Orleans Parish School Board (OPSB), NOLA Public Schools, Procurement Department - Products/Services Requested: - Wide variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, including but not limited to: - Bananas (#2, 330 cases), Oranges (390 cases), Golden Delicious Apples (375 cases), Gala Apples (375 cases), Strawberries (375 cases), Red Grapes (390 cases), Green Grapes (390 cases), Cantaloupes (240 cases), Blueberries (250 cases), Kiwi (130 cases), Pineapple (100 cases), Honeydew Melon Chunks (270 cases), Melon Medley (50 cases) - Salad greens and mixes: Shredded Lettuce (150 cases), Salad Mix with Carrots and Red Cabbage (275 cases), Spring Salad Mix (400 cases), Romaine Lettuce (200 cases), Green Chop Cabbage (100 cases), Slaw Diced Cabbage with Color (200 cases) - Pre-cut and processed vegetables: Broccoli Florets (220 cases), Cauliflower Florets (100 cases), Leaf Spinach (390 cases), Whole Tomatoes (390 cases), various onions (Yellow Medium, Julienne, Diced, Green Diced, Red Fajita), Carrots (100 cases), Baby Peel Slim Carrots (100 cases), Celery Sticks (100 cases), Sliced Mushrooms (50 cases), Bell Peppers (100 cases), Green Medium Peppers (50 cases), Yukon Gold Potatoes (50 cases), Zucchini Squash, Yellow Squash (80 cases) - Specialty and blend items: Creole Seasoning (200 cases), Oriental Vegetable Mix (50 cases), Tuscan Vegetable Blend (80 cases), Stir Fry Supreme Vegetable Blend (150 cases), Fajita Vegetable Blend (150 cases), Carrot Matchstick/Shred (100 cases), Seasoned Fries (100 cases), Crinkle Cut Fries (100 cases), Sweet Potato Fries (100 cases) - Quantities for each item range from 50 to 400 cases or bags, as specified in the bid documents - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Deliveries required to multiple school sites within Orleans Parish, Monday through Friday (7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.), with possible weekend deliveries upon request - All produce must meet minimum 10-day shelf life and strict quality standards (firmness, ripeness, absence of defects) - Vendors must comply with federal Buy American provisions and other federal regulations - Contract term is from purchase order date through June 30, 2027, with options for two additional one-year renewals - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or brand-name vendors are named; open to all qualified produce suppliers - Delivery Locations: - Includes Ben Franklin Elementary, Ben Franklin Annex, Bethune Elementary, Hynes Charter Elementary (Lakeview, Parkview, UNO), The Willow School (Elementary, Middle, High), Franklin High School, NOCCA, The Leah Chase School Elementary, and others in New Orleans, LA

Description

This solicitation is an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for fresh, processed, and pre-cut produce for the Orleans Parish School Board. Electronic responses must be submitted via email to the Procurement Department by 11:00 AM Central Time on May 22, 2026. The procurement includes detailed specifications and qualification documents available on the District's website. The Orleans Parish School Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids and provides accommodations for people with disabilities upon request.

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