Durham Public Schools School Nutrition Services New Distributor RFP 2022
Durham Public Schools, NC·School
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- Primary Contact
- James Keaten · (919) 560-2370
- Contract Term
- 1 year
- Scope Location
- Durham, NC
SUMMARY
Durham Public Schools is soliciting proposals for a new food service distributor to support School Nutrition Services. The contract covers various school locations with specific delivery windows and requirements for the 2022-2023 school year.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
RFP/Contract Terms and Conditions, Invitation for Distributor RFP/Contract, Official Vendor Certification Form, Vendor Contact Sheet, Special Conditions Sheet, District Profile Information, Bid Specification Sheets
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A - Vendor’s Distributor Brand/Grade Labels, Attachment B - Vendor HACCP Summary, Attachment C - Vendor’s Evidence of Required Insurance, Attachment D - Lunsford Act Compliance, Attachment E - Vendor’s Food Recall Policy/Procedures, Attachment F - Produce Vendor GAP Certification, Attachment G - HUB Certification, Attachment H - Certification for Contracts Grants Loans Lobbying and Cooperative Agreements, Attachment I - Certification Regarding Debarment Suspension and Other Responsibility Matters, Attachment J – Opportunity to Decline
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFP from Durham Public Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 11, 2022. 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 James Keaten.
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 RFP?
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 - Vendor’s Distributor Brand/Grade Labels, Attachment B - Vendor HACCP Summary, Attachment C - Vendor’s Evidence of Required Insurance, Attachment D - Lunsford Act Compliance, Attachment. Review the full document from Durham Public Schools for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
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 RFP 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 James Keaten at (919) 560-2370. 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: RFP/Contract Terms and Conditions, Invitation for Distributor RFP/Contract, Official Vendor Certification Form, Vendor Contact Sheet, Special Conditions Sheet, District Profile Information, Bid Specification Sheets. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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