Anchorage School District, Fresh Produce – January Supply, ITB 2027-513, 2026
Anchorage School DistrictSchool · Anchorage, AK- Due
- Nov 25, 2026
- 12 days left
- Posted
- Nov 11, 2026
- Primary contact
- Sylvia Smith
- (907) 243-6293
The 30-second brief
The Anchorage School District is seeking sealed bids from qualified vendors to provide fresh produce for January to the Student Nutrition Department in Anchorage, Alaska. This Invitation to Bid (ITB 2027-513) requires food products to comply with HHFKA nutrition standards for National School Lunch, School Breakfast, and Summer Food Service Programs. Bids are due by November 25, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. Local Time. Evaluation for determining the lowest responsive and responsible bidder shall be by line item, with a 7% local preference applied to agricultural products harvested in Alaska.
Price, line item evaluation, bidder ability, capacity and skill, experience, past performance
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Summary
The Anchorage School District is seeking sealed bids from qualified vendors to provide fresh produce for January to the Student Nutrition Department in Anchorage, Alaska.
This Invitation to Bid (ITB 2027-513) requires food products to comply with HHFKA nutrition standards for National School Lunch, School Breakfast, and Summer Food Service Programs. Bids are due by November 25, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. Local Time. Evaluation for determining the lowest responsive and responsible bidder shall be by line item, with a 7% local preference applied to agricultural products harvested in Alaska.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Price
- Line item evaluation
- Bidder ability
- Capacity and skill
- Experience
- Past performance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Attachment A - Signature Page/Submittal Form
- Attachment D - Specifications/Bid Form(s)
- Attachment B - Bidder's Checklist
- Attachment C - Non-Collusion Certification
- Insurance Certification
- Submit to
- Anchorage School District, Purchasing Department, 4919 Van Buren Street, Anchorage, AK 99517-3137
- Scope location
- Anchorage, AK
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Anchorage School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 25, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Anchorage School District, Purchasing Department, 4919 Van Buren Street, Anchorage, AK 99517-3137. For questions, contact Sylvia Smith.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Anchorage School District in AK, 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 Bid 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 Sylvia Smith at (907) 243-6293. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Price, line item evaluation, bidder ability, capacity and skill, experience, past performance" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Anchorage School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Anchorage School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Anchorage School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 25, 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 Bid?
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: Attachment A - Signature Page/Submittal Form, Attachment D - Specifications/Bid Form(s), Attachment B - Bidder's Checklist, Attachment C - Non-Collusion Certification, Insurance Certification. Review the full document from Anchorage 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: Anchorage, AK. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
