Caddo Parish School Board Child Nutrition Programs Produce IFB-741-26
Fair Park Middle SchoolSchool · Shreveport, LA- Due
- Feb 19, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 22, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Shavonda M. Scott
The 30-second brief
The Caddo Parish School Board is soliciting sealed bids for produce through its Child Nutrition Programs (CNP) under Bid Number IFB-741-26. The procurement includes fresh fruits and vegetables such as apples, bananas, oranges, pears, tangerines, celery, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, cucumbers, garlic, onions, parsley, peppers, potatoes, radishes, spinach, and tomatoes, as well as miscellaneous pre-packed portion control items. The contract term covers the school year from August 1, 2026, through July 31, 2027, with a one-year renewal option. The estimated value of the award is $716,492.05. Deliveries are required weekly to approximately 52 school sites in Shreveport, Louisiana, using refrigerated vehicles. Bids are due by 1:00 p.m. CST on February 19, 2026.
Bidder Qualification Form, Produce Bid Form, Nutritional facts and labels, Buy American Provision Certification, EDGAR Compliance Form
Cost/price analysis (40), Service capability (20), Delivery service (20), Financial stability (10), References (5), Experience (5)
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Summary
The Caddo Parish School Board is soliciting sealed bids for produce through its Child Nutrition Programs (CNP) under Bid Number IFB-741-26.
The procurement includes fresh fruits and vegetables such as apples, bananas, oranges, pears, tangerines, celery, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, cucumbers, garlic, onions, parsley, peppers, potatoes, radishes, spinach, and tomatoes, as well as miscellaneous pre-packed portion control items. The contract term covers the school year from August 1, 2026, through July 31, 2027, with a one-year renewal option. The estimated value of the award is $716,492.05. Deliveries are required weekly to approximately 52 school sites in Shreveport, Louisiana, using refrigerated vehicles. Bids are due by 1:00 p.m. CST on February 19, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Bidder Qualification Form
- Produce Bid Form
- Nutritional facts and labels
- Buy American Provision Certification
- EDGAR Compliance Form
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Attachment A: EDGAR Compliance
- Attachment B: Firearm Entity Certification
- Attachment C: Produce Delivery Dates
- Submit to
- 1961 Midway Street, Room 209, Shreveport, Louisiana 71108 or www.bidexpress.com
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Shreveport, LA
- Reported agency
- Caddo Parish School Board
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Fair Park Middle School?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 19, 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: 1961 Midway Street, Room 209, Shreveport, Louisiana 71108 or www.bidexpress.com. For questions, contact Shavonda M. Scott.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Fair Park Middle School in LA, 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 Shavonda M. Scott. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bidder Qualification Form, Produce Bid Form, Nutritional facts and labels, Buy American Provision Certification, EDGAR Compliance Form. 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: "Cost/price analysis (40), Service capability (20), Delivery service (20), Financial stability (10), References (5), Experience (5)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Fair Park Middle School?
All active and historical solicitations from Fair Park Middle School are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Fair Park Middle School 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 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: Attachment A: EDGAR Compliance, Attachment B: Firearm Entity Certification, Attachment C: Produce Delivery Dates. Review the full document from Fair Park Middle School for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Shreveport, LA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.