Agua Fria Union High School District - Beef Products - IFB 26-01-31 (2026)
Agua Fria Union High School DistrictSchool · Avondale, AZ- Due
- Nov 5, 2026
- 2 days left
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Sarah Moreno
- (623) 932-7109
The 30-second brief
Agua Fria Union High School District #216 seeks competitive sealed bids from qualified vendors to provide locally sourced beef products, including ground beef, processed beef, portion-controlled products, fresh cuts, and specialty beef for use by District Food Services and Career and Technical Education (CTE) Culinary Arts programs. The solicitation aims to establish a multi-term, multiple-award cooperative contract available to Greater Phoenix Purchasing Consortium of Schools (GPPCS) members. Purchases will be made on an as-needed, if-needed basis with no minimum purchase guaranteed. The submission deadline is November 5, 2026, at 1:00 PM local Arizona time via the ProcureNow portal. A non-mandatory public bid opening is scheduled via Google Meet.
Fine Ground Beef 80/20; 2.5 oz. and 3.25 oz. Beef Smash Patties; Uncured All Beef Hot Dogs 8/1; All Beef Hot Dogs 6/1; Diced Beef – ¼" × 2" Strips; Diced Beef – ¼" × ¼" Cubes; Roast Beef; Petite Sirloin; Ribeye; Brisket; Strip Roast; Hanger Steak; Chuck Eye Steak; Tenderloin; Picanha
Responsiveness and Responsibility (Pass/Fail, 1%), Product and Specification Compliance (Pass/Fail, 1%), Geographic Service and Delivery Capability (Pass/Fail, 1%), Price (Reward Low Cost, 97%)
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Summary
Agua Fria Union High School District #216 seeks competitive sealed bids from qualified vendors to provide locally sourced beef products, including ground beef, processed beef, portion-controlled products, fresh cuts, and specialty beef for use by District Food Services and Career and Technical Education (CTE) Culinary Arts programs.
The solicitation aims to establish a multi-term, multiple-award cooperative contract available to Greater Phoenix Purchasing Consortium of Schools (GPPCS) members. Purchases will be made on an as-needed, if-needed basis with no minimum purchase guaranteed. The submission deadline is November 5, 2026, at 1:00 PM local Arizona time via the ProcureNow portal. A non-mandatory public bid opening is scheduled via Google Meet.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Responsiveness and Responsibility (Pass/Fail, 1%)
- Product and Specification Compliance (Pass/Fail, 1%)
- Geographic Service and Delivery Capability (Pass/Fail, 1%)
- Price (Reward Low Cost, 97%)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Fine Ground Beef 80/20; 2.5 oz. and 3.25 oz. Beef Smash Patties; Uncured All Beef Hot Dogs 8/1; All Beef Hot Dogs 6/1; Diced Beef – ¼" × 2" Strips; Diced Beef – ¼" × ¼" Cubes; Roast Beef; Petite Sirloin; Ribeye; Brisket; Strip Roast; Hanger Steak; Chuck Eye Steak; Tenderloin; Picanha
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Acknowledgement and Acceptance of Terms and Conditions of Solicitation form
- Offer and Acceptance Form
- W-9
- Certificate of Insurance (COI)
- Submit to
- https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/aguafria
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Avondale, AZ
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Agua Fria Union High School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 5, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/aguafria. For questions, contact Sarah Moreno.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Agua Fria Union High School District in AZ, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the IFB submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Sarah Moreno at (623) 932-7109. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Fine Ground Beef 80/20; 2.5 oz. and 3.25 oz. Beef Smash Patties; Uncured All Beef Hot Dogs 8/1; All Beef Hot Dogs 6/1; Diced Beef – ¼" × 2" Strips; Diced Beef – ¼" × ¼" Cubes; Roast Beef; Petite Sirloin; Ribeye; Brisket; Strip Roast; Hanger Steak; Chuck Eye Steak; Tenderloin; Picanha. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Responsiveness and Responsibility (Pass/Fail, 1%), Product and Specification Compliance (Pass/Fail, 1%), Geographic Service and Delivery Capability (Pass/Fail, 1%), Price (Reward Low Cost, 97%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Agua Fria Union High School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Agua Fria Union High School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Agua Fria Union High School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 5, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Acknowledgement and Acceptance of Terms and Conditions of Solicitation form, Offer and Acceptance Form, W-9, Certificate of Insurance (COI). Review the full document from Agua Fria Union High School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Avondale, AZ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.