Lincoln Parish Child Nutrition - Invitation for Bids - Fresh Produce - Bid #IFB-FreshProduce-SY26-27
Lincoln Parish School DistrictSchool · Ruston, LA- Due
- Jul 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 8, 2026
- Primary contact
- Cody Carrico
The 30-second brief
The Lincoln Parish School Board is soliciting sealed bids for fresh produce for its Child Nutrition program for the 2026-2027 school year. Bids are due by July 27, 2026, and will be awarded on an all-or-nothing basis to the lowest bidder.
Sealed bids
Lowest cost that meets the bid item specifications for the whole bid
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Summary
The Lincoln Parish School Board is soliciting sealed bids for fresh produce for its Child Nutrition program for the 2026-2027 school year. Bids are due by July 27, 2026, and will be awarded on an all-or-nothing basis to the lowest bidder.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest cost that meets the bid item specifications for the whole bid
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Sealed bids
- Submit to
- 1428 Arlington Street, Ruston, LA 71270
- Scope location
- Ruston, LA
- Reported agency
- Lincoln Parish School Board
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Lincoln Parish School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 27, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 1428 Arlington Street, Ruston, LA 71270. For questions, contact Cody Carrico.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Lincoln Parish School District in LA, 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 Cody Carrico. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Sealed bids. 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 cost that meets the bid item specifications for the whole bid" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lincoln Parish School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Lincoln Parish School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Lincoln Parish School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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. Review the full document from Lincoln Parish 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: Ruston, LA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.