Durham Public Schools North Carolina Procurement Alliance Distributor IFB/Contract 2024-2025
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- Primary Contact
- Leann Seelman
- Contract Term
- 1 year
- Scope Location
- Durham, NC
SUMMARY
Durham Public Schools, through the NCPA, is soliciting bids for food and supply distribution services including warehousing and delivery for the 2024-2025 contract period. Bids must meet USDA compliance and NCPA specifications.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Supplier Invoices, Weekly price sheets, Delivery tickets, HACCP Summary, Buy American Certification
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A - Brand/Grade Labels, Attachment B - HACCP Summary, Attachment C - Evidence of Required Insurance, Attachment D - Lunsford Act Compliance, Attachment E - Food Recall Policy/Procedures, Attachment F - Produce GAP Certification, Attachment G - HUB Certification, Attachment H - Certification for Lobbying, Attachment I - Debarment Certification, Attachment J - No Bid Response
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this IFB from Durham Public Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 1, 2024. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. For questions, contact Leann Seelman.
Where can I find more RFPs from Durham Public Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Durham Public Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Durham Public Schools 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 - Brand/Grade Labels, Attachment B - HACCP Summary, Attachment C - Evidence of Required Insurance, Attachment D - Lunsford Act Compliance, Attachment E - Food Recall Policy/Procedures, At. Review the full document from Durham Public Schools for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Durham Public Schools in NC, 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 Leann Seelman. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Durham, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Supplier Invoices, Weekly price sheets, Delivery tickets, HACCP Summary, Buy American Certification. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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