Opportunity
Virgin Islands Buys #BD-26-720-7202-1905
Award for STX Head Start Nutrition Program Food Supply
Posted
August 20, 2026
Respond By
August 27, 2026
Identifier
BD-26-720-7202-1905
NAICS
424480
This award notice details the procurement for the STX Head Start Nutrition Program by the Virgin Islands Department of Human Services in Christiansted. - Government Buyer: - Virgin Islands Department of Human Services (GVIBUY) - STX Head Start Nutrition Program - Products Requested: - Watermelon, ripe, 27 lbs each (50 units) - Fresh eggs (5 cases) - Cilantro (1 case) - Ripe bananas (5 cases) - Red bell peppers, medium-large, 22 lbs per case (3 cases) - Green bell peppers, medium-large, 22 lbs per case (3 cases) - Fresh garlic, 30 lbs per case (2 cases) - Celery, 36 count per case (2 cases) - Romaine lettuce, fancy, firm, fresh, 24 per case (3 cases) - Cabbage, 50 lbs per case (3 cases) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the award notice - Unique Requirements: - All items must be fresh produce or eggs - Quantities and packaging formats are specified for each item - Intended to support the nutrition needs of the Head Start program - Procurement Method: - Informal quotation (IQ) process - Location: - Christiansted, Virgin Islands
Description
This solicitation is for the procurement of various fresh food items including fruits, vegetables, and eggs for the STX Head Start Nutrition program. The items include watermelon, fresh eggs, cilantro, ripe bananas, bell peppers, fresh garlic, celery, romaine lettuce, and cabbage. The procurement is conducted as an informal quotation (IQ) process through GVIBuy. Quotes must be submitted via GVIBuy by August 27, 2026, and the government reserves the right to cancel the solicitation.