Opportunity

Worcester Worcester #CR-8717-J6

Worcester Public Schools Solicits USDA Commodity Pre-Cooked Beef Hamburgers

Posted

May 28, 2026

Respond By

June 17, 2026

Identifier

CR-8717-J6

NAICS

424470

The City of Worcester Public Schools is seeking bids for a large-scale supply of USDA commodity pre-cooked beef hamburgers for school meal programs. - Government Buyer: - City of Worcester Public Schools, Purchasing Division - Products/Services Requested: - 250,000 servings of USDA commodity pre-cooked beef hamburgers - Must meet USDA Child Nutrition Meal Pattern requirements - Gluten-free and soy-free - Processed by USDA-approved processors - Compliant with Buy American provisions - Strict food safety, labeling, and substitution policies - Delivery & Distribution: - Delivery to Thurston Foods Inc. for pass-through distribution to Worcester Public Schools - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with city policies (CORI, EPP, MWBE, wage theft prevention) - Exempt from federal excise and Massachusetts sales tax - No performance or payment bonds required - Price increases for renewal years capped as specified by bidder - Contract Structure: - Initial one-year contract with options for two additional one-year renewals at the City's discretion - No specific OEMs or brand names are mentioned; USDA-approved processors are required.

Description

This solicitation is for the provision of USDA commodity beef to the City of Worcester Public Schools. The contract period is for one year, from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, with the City's sole discretion to renew for a second and third year. Bids must be submitted by June 17, 2026, at 10:00 AM local time. The procurement includes specific requirements and specifications as outlined by the City of Worcester Public Schools.

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