Blount County - Produce for Child Nutrition Programs - ITB No. 2026-0117 (2026)
Blount CountyCounty · Maryville, TN- Due
- Jun 10, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 11, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Jackie Cooper
- (865) 273-5740
The 30-second brief
Blount County, Alcoa City and Maryville City Schools are seeking a qualified produce supplier for the delivery of fresh and pre-cut fruits and vegetables for their Child Nutrition Programs. The contract requires compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including the Sanitary Food Transportation Act of 1990 and HACCP guidelines. Deliveries will be made FOB destination to various school sites in Blount County, Tennessee, on a weekly or bi-weekly basis using refrigerated trucks maintaining 33-40 degrees Fahrenheit. Bidders must submit pricing through the online bidding system or via manual submission with a 5% bid bond by June 10, 2026. The initial contract term is for one year, starting July 1, 2026, with options for four annual renewals.
Fresh and pre-cut fruits and vegetables
Bottom-line bid is the lowest in price
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Summary
Blount County, Alcoa City and Maryville City Schools are seeking a qualified produce supplier for the delivery of fresh and pre-cut fruits and vegetables for their Child Nutrition Programs.
The contract requires compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including the Sanitary Food Transportation Act of 1990 and HACCP guidelines. Deliveries will be made FOB destination to various school sites in Blount County, Tennessee, on a weekly or bi-weekly basis using refrigerated trucks maintaining 33-40 degrees Fahrenheit. Bidders must submit pricing through the online bidding system or via manual submission with a 5% bid bond by June 10, 2026. The initial contract term is for one year, starting July 1, 2026, with options for four annual renewals.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Bottom-line bid is the lowest in price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Fresh and pre-cut fruits and vegetables
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
14- Bid Cover
- W-9
- Attachment C - Blount County Attachments - Required Signatures
- Business Tax License Affidavit
- Drug Free Workplace Affidavit
- Background Check Compliance Form
- Iran Divestment Act Certification
- Lobbying Certification
- Debarment Certification
- Buy American Certification
- Conflict of Interest
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Non-Boycott of Israel Certification
- Certificate of Liability Insurance
- Submit to
- 385 Court Street, Maryville, TN 37804 USA | [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Maryville, TN
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Blount County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 10, 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: 385 Court Street, Maryville, TN 37804 USA | [email protected]. For questions, contact Jackie Cooper.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Blount County in TN, 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 Jackie Cooper at (865) 273-5740. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Fresh and pre-cut fruits and vegetables. 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: "Bottom-line bid is the lowest in price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Blount County?
All active and historical solicitations from Blount County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Blount County 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.
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: Bid Cover, W-9, Attachment C - Blount County Attachments - Required Signatures, Business Tax License Affidavit, Drug Free Workplace Affidavit, Background Check Compliance Form, Iran Divestment Act Cer. Review the full document from Blount County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Maryville, TN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.