Massachusetts COMMBUYS #2026-2027-FS-02

South Shore Charter Public School seeks vended meal services for K-12 students

South Shore Charter Public School in Norwell, Massachusetts is seeking proposals for vended meal services for the 2026-2027 school year. - Government Buyer: - South Shore Charter Public School - Director of Finance & Human Resources: Kristine Bingham - Services Requested: - Provision of USDA-compliant breakfast and lunch for approximately 1,226 K-12 students across two campuses - Meals must include both hot and cold options, with grab-and-go breakfasts and lunches - Accommodation of special diets as medically necessary - Meals must meet National School Breakfast and Lunch Program standards, including the Community Eligibility Provision - Emphasis on fresh fruit and vegetables with every meal, local sourcing when possible, and minimizing processed/frozen foods - Exclusion of artificial additives and trans fats - Integration of commodity foods and support for nutrition education - Participation in taste tests with sample meals - Unique Requirements: - Compliance with detailed nutrition standards and health/safety regulations - Vendor responsible for meal preparation, packaging, and delivery - Contract includes options to renew for up to four additional one-year periods - No specific OEMs, vendors, part numbers, or purchase quantities are specified, as this is a service contract - Opportunity is open to qualified food service vendors capable of meeting outlined standards

Description

The South Shore Charter Public School is soliciting sealed proposals for vended meals (breakfast and lunch) for students in their K-5 and 6-12 buildings. The procurement includes providing nutritious, high-quality meals that meet specific nutrition goals such as fresh fruit and vegetables, locally sourced foods, and minimizing processed foods. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for September 18, 2026, and proposals are due by October 2, 2026. The contract period begins on or around November 1, 2026, and the school reserves the right to accept or reject proposals as deemed in their best interest.

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