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Hardin County Unit District #1 - Bakery Products Bid for School Year 2026-2027

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Due
May 8, 2026
Deadline passed
Posted
Mar 30, 2026
Contract term
1 year
Primary contact
Andy Edmondson
(618) 287-2411

The 30-second brief

What they're buying

Hardin County Unit District #1 invites bids for bakery products for the school year August 2026 to June 2027, serving approximately 500 students per day. Deliveries are to be made two mornings each week to the school site located two miles east of Elizabethtown on Route 146. Products required include whole wheat and white sandwich bread, whole wheat and white hot dog buns, and whole wheat and white hamburger buns. Bids must be submitted to the Unit Board Office by 2:00 p.m. on May 8, 2026, and will be opened at the regular board meeting on May 28, 2026.

What you must deliver

24 oz. Whole Wheat Sandwich Bread, 24 oz. White Sandwich Bread, Whole Wheat Hot Dog Buns – 12 per package, Whole Wheat Hamburger Buns – 12 per package, White Hot Dog Buns– 12 per package, White Hamburger Buns- 12 per package

How it's scored

Price, specifications

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Summary

Hardin County Unit District #1 invites bids for bakery products for the school year August 2026 to June 2027, serving approximately 500 students per day.

Deliveries are to be made two mornings each week to the school site located two miles east of Elizabethtown on Route 146. Products required include whole wheat and white sandwich bread, whole wheat and white hot dog buns, and whole wheat and white hamburger buns. Bids must be submitted to the Unit Board Office by 2:00 p.m. on May 8, 2026, and will be opened at the regular board meeting on May 28, 2026.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Price, specifications

REQUIRED DELIVERABLES

24 oz. Whole Wheat Sandwich Bread, 24 oz. White Sandwich Bread, Whole Wheat Hot Dog Buns – 12 per package, Whole Wheat Hamburger Buns – 12 per package, White Hot Dog Buns– 12 per package, White Hamburger Buns- 12 per package

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS

Signed bid copy marked BID on outside of envelope

Submit to
Unit Board Office, P.O. Box 218, Elizabethtown, IL 62931
Scope location
Elizabethtown, IL
Reported agency
Hardin County Unit District #1

Questions about this BID

How do I respond to this Bid from Hardin County CUSD 1?

Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 8, 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: Unit Board Office, P.O. Box 218, Elizabethtown, IL 62931. For questions, contact Andy Edmondson.

Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?

Most government agencies, including Hardin County CUSD 1 in IL, 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 Andy Edmondson at (618) 287-2411. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.

What are the key deliverables?

The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 24 oz. Whole Wheat Sandwich Bread, 24 oz. White Sandwich Bread, Whole Wheat Hot Dog Buns – 12 per package, Whole Wheat Hamburger Buns – 12 per package, White Hot Dog Buns– 12 per package, White Hamburger Buns- 12 per package. 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: "Price, specifications" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.

Where can I find more RFPs from Hardin County CUSD 1?

All active and historical solicitations from Hardin County CUSD 1 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Hardin County CUSD 1 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: Signed bid copy marked BID on outside of envelope. Review the full document from Hardin County CUSD 1 for the complete list.

What is the scope of this project?

This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Elizabethtown, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.

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