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DeSoto County School District Solicits Fresh Produce for Child Nutrition Programs

The DeSoto County School District in Mississippi is seeking bids for the supply and delivery of fresh produce to support its child nutrition programs. - Government Buyer: - DeSoto County School District (Mississippi) - Products/Services Requested: - Fresh fruits and vegetables for child nutrition programs - Delivery in both full cartons (wholesale units) and broken cartons (less than wholesale units) - Estimated quantities: over 60,000 units (full cartons) and 10,000 units (broken cartons) - Requirements: - Weekly delivery to all district sites for ten months per year - Use of refrigerated delivery trucks - Warehouses must be clean and pest-free - Vendors must provide a current product guide or item specification list with clear country of origin labeling (Buy American Provision compliance) - Accurate, timely invoices and reporting required - Contract awarded on a bi-annual fixed fee plus reimbursable costs model - Contract term is from July 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026, with possible extensions up to three years - No specific OEMs or brands are mentioned; the focus is on fresh produce meeting federal and district standards.

Description

DeSoto County School District is soliciting sealed, written, or electronic bids for fresh produce including fruits and vegetables for child nutrition programs. The contract covers delivery to multiple school sites within the district, with specific requirements for product quality, delivery schedules, and compliance with the Buy American Provision. Bids must be received by June 22, 2026, at 9:00 AM CST, and the contract term is from July 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026, with possible extensions up to three years. The procurement includes detailed conditions on pricing, delivery, contractor qualifications, and audit requirements.

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