North Carolina eVP #161-110926

Fresh produce supply and delivery for Catawba County school nutrition services

Catawba County Board of Education is seeking fresh produce for its school nutrition program and delivery to district school sites. - Government buyer: Catawba County Board of Education, through Catawba County School Nutrition (Catawba County Schools), North Carolina. - Scope: Supply and scheduled delivery of whole and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables, salad and slaw items, and individually packaged snack portions. The schedule lists estimated quantities; a zero quantity indicates no estimated amount for that line item, not an omitted item. - OEMs and brands: No specific produce manufacturer or OEM is identified. “Packer Label” is the specified label/brand for the listed items; it is not identified as a bidder or selected supplier. Historical distributor names in the spreadsheet are not identified as prospective vendors. - Notable requirements: Meet applicable USDA Grade No. 1 and item specifications; maintain product traceability, lot identification, recall procedures, and temperature logs; provide GAP/GHP certification or equivalent documentation and product specifications; maintain required shelf life and code dating; notify the district about substitutions or shortages; credit shortages within 48 hours. Domestic agricultural commodities are required when available under Buy American requirements, with country-of-origin information for non-domestic produce. - Delivery and pricing: Deliver to designated school receiving areas on the district schedule. Include transportation and delivery charges in quoted prices. Quantities are estimates with no guaranteed minimum; evaluation considers total program cost.

Description

Catawba County Board of Education is seeking a vendor to furnish and deliver fresh fruits, fresh vegetables, and locally grown seasonal produce. Products must meet stated quality requirements, including USDA Grade No. 1 when applicable, and be clean, free from decay, properly packed, and refrigerated. The vendor must also meet food-safety and traceability requirements, provide deliveries to school sites, and comply with USDA procurement and Buy American provisions. Quotes are due November 9, 2026, at 9:00 AM; electronic submission is not permitted.

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