Hollister R-V School District Grocery Products Bid 2026-2027
- Due
- May 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
The 30-second brief
The Hollister R-V School District is requesting competitive sealed bids (Invitation for Bid) for grocery products for the 2026-2027 school year. The contract will be awarded on a market basket basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on total aggregate cost for high-velocity items. Bidders must provide full dietary specifications, including Nutrition Facts and a CN Label or Product Formulation Statement for any 'equal' products proposed. The contract includes federal provisions such as the Buy American Provision, Equal Employment Opportunity, and Clean Air and Water Compliance. Bids are due by 9:30 a.m. on May 28, 2026, and may be submitted via email to [email protected] or in a sealed envelope marked 'GROCERY BID' to the Hollister Central Office.
Grocery products for the 2026-2027 school year.
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder whose total aggregate cost for high velocity items is the lowest; price is the primary factor
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Summary
The Hollister R-V School District is requesting competitive sealed bids (Invitation for Bid) for grocery products for the 2026-2027 school year.
The contract will be awarded on a market basket basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on total aggregate cost for high-velocity items. Bidders must provide full dietary specifications, including Nutrition Facts and a CN Label or Product Formulation Statement for any 'equal' products proposed. The contract includes federal provisions such as the Buy American Provision, Equal Employment Opportunity, and Clean Air and Water Compliance. Bids are due by 9:30 a.m. on May 28, 2026, and may be submitted via email to [email protected] or in a sealed envelope marked 'GROCERY BID' to the Hollister Central Office.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder whose total aggregate cost for high velocity items is the lowest; price is the primary factor
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Grocery products for the 2026-2027 school year.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Full dietary specifications
- Nutrition Facts
- CN Label or Product Formulation Statement
- Certification Regarding Lobbying (if >$100k)
- Submit to
- Hollister Central Office, 1914 State Highway BB or via email to [email protected]
- Scope location
- Hollister, MO
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Hollister R-V School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 28, 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: Hollister Central Office, 1914 State Highway BB or via email to [email protected].
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Hollister R-V School District in MO, 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Grocery products for the 2026-2027 school year.. 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: "Lowest responsive and responsible bidder whose total aggregate cost for high velocity items is the lowest; price is the primary factor" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Hollister R-V School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Hollister R-V School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Hollister R-V 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 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: full dietary specifications, Nutrition Facts, CN Label or Product Formulation Statement, Certification Regarding Lobbying (if >$100k). Review the full document from Hollister R-V 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: Hollister, MO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.