Etowah County Schools Fresh Produce Child Nutrition Programs Bid #26-015 2026
Etowah County School DistrictSchool · Gadsden, AL- Due
- Jun 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Laura Parker
- (256) 538-8051
The 30-second brief
The Etowah County Board of Education is soliciting bids for fresh produce delivery to Attalla City, Gadsden City, and Etowah County School Systems for the 2026-27 school year. Bids are due June 30, 2026.
Sealed bid proposal, Certification of Compliance, Vendor Information Sheet, Vendor Reference Form, Bid Proposal Form, Non-Collusive Bidding Certification, Debarment/Suspension Certificate, Minority/Women Business Enterprise form, E-Verify MOU, Initialed bid document
Best interest of participating systems, quality of product, conformity with specifications, purpose for which required, terms of delivery, past service, experience, Alabama grown products
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Summary
The Etowah County Board of Education is soliciting bids for fresh produce delivery to Attalla City, Gadsden City, and Etowah County School Systems for the 2026-27 school year. Bids are due June 30, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Best interest of participating systems
- Quality of product
- Conformity with specifications
- Purpose for which required
- Terms of delivery
- Past service
- Experience
- Alabama grown products
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- Sealed bid proposal
- Certification of Compliance
- Vendor Information Sheet
- Vendor Reference Form
- Bid Proposal Form
- Non-Collusive Bidding Certification
- Debarment/Suspension Certificate
- Minority/Women Business Enterprise form
- E-Verify MOU
- Initialed bid document
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
13- Certification of Compliance
- Vendor Information Sheet
- Vendor Reference Form
- Produce Bid Proposal
- Bid Proposal Form
- Non Discrimination Statement
- Required Federal Provisions
- Required Document Checklist
- Attachment A
- Non-Collusive Bidding Certification
- Certification/Debarment USDA Form AD-1048
- Minority Firm/Women's Business Enterprise/Labor Surplus Area
- Alabama Immigration Law Compliance
- Submit to
- Etowah County Board of Education, Child Nutrition Program, 401 Broad Street, Gadsden, AL 35901
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Gadsden, AL
- Reported agency
- Etowah County Board of Education
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Etowah County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 30, 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: Etowah County Board of Education, Child Nutrition Program, 401 Broad Street, Gadsden, AL 35901. For questions, contact Laura Parker.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Etowah County School District in AL, 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 Laura Parker at (256) 538-8051. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Sealed bid proposal, Certification of Compliance, Vendor Information Sheet, Vendor Reference Form, Bid Proposal Form, Non-Collusive Bidding Certification, Debarment/Suspension Certificate, Minority/Women Business Enterprise form, E-Verify MOU, Initialed bid document. 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: "Best interest of participating systems, quality of product, conformity with specifications, purpose for which required, terms of delivery, past service, experience, Alabama grown products" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Etowah County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Etowah County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Etowah County School District 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: Certification of Compliance, Vendor Information Sheet, Vendor Reference Form, Produce Bid Proposal, Bid Proposal Form, Non Discrimination Statement, Required Federal Provisions, Required Document Chec. Review the full document from Etowah County 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: Gadsden, AL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.