Opportunity
Massachusetts COMMBUYS #BD-26-1217-MAPC1-MAPC1-130351
MAPC Solicits Local Seafood Suppliers for Massachusetts K-12 Schools
Posted
June 08, 2026
Respond By
July 02, 2026
Identifier
BD-26-1217-MAPC1-MAPC1-130351
NAICS
424460, 311710
This opportunity is a regional procurement led by the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) to source local seafood for K-12 schools in Massachusetts. - Government Buyer: - Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC), representing the Cities, Towns, and School Districts of the 13 Regional Planning Agencies of Massachusetts (MARPA) - Products/Services Requested: - Local seafood products suitable for K-12 student populations - No specific part numbers or quantities provided in the summary - Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on local sourcing from Massachusetts or nearby regions - Products must be appropriate for school-aged children - Open to vendors capable of meeting regional and educational standards - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors named in the notice - Additional Details: - Multiple addenda and attachments are associated with the bid - Pre-bid vendor conference scheduled via Zoom
Description
This solicitation is a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued by the Cities, Towns, and School Districts of the 13 Regional Planning Agencies of Massachusetts, under the Massachusetts Association of Regional Planning Agencies (MARPA). The procurement is for local seafood products suitable for K-12 student populations that meet the needs of school districts in the participating regions. The project emphasizes sourcing local seafood to support regional needs. A vendor conference will be held via Zoom on June 16, 2026, for interested bidders.