Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview School District 89 Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Grant RFP SY2026-2027
Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89School · Melrose Park, IL- Due
- Jul 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Marisa Raymond
- (708) 450-2475
The 30-second brief
Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview School District 89 is soliciting proposals for the supply of fresh, pre-packaged, ready-to-eat fruits and vegetables for approximately 4,050 students across nine schools for the 2026-2027 school year. Bids are due July 29, 2026.
Fresh fruit and vegetable products, Educational materials, Monthly produce serving calendar, Delivery invoices
Lowest price for all items combined, Critical Qualifying Factors, Quality Service Indicators
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Summary
Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview School District 89 is soliciting proposals for the supply of fresh, pre-packaged, ready-to-eat fruits and vegetables for approximately 4,050 students across nine schools for the 2026-2027 school year. Bids are due July 29, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Lowest price for all items combined
- Critical Qualifying Factors
- Quality Service Indicators
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Fresh fruit and vegetable products
- Educational materials
- Monthly produce serving calendar
- Delivery invoices
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Letter of Introduction
- Three References
- Price Quote
- Sample Educational Materials
- Third-Party Food Safety Audit Documentation
- Completed Required Forms
- Submit to
- 906 Walton Street, Melrose Park, IL 60160
- Scope location
- Melrose Park, IL
- Reported agency
- Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview School District 89
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 29, 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: 906 Walton Street, Melrose Park, IL 60160. For questions, contact Marisa Raymond.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89 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 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 Marisa Raymond at (708) 450-2475. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Fresh fruit and vegetable products, Educational materials, Monthly produce serving calendar, Delivery invoices. 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 price for all items combined, Critical Qualifying Factors, Quality Service Indicators" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89?
All active and historical solicitations from Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89 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: Letter of Introduction, Three References, Price Quote, Sample Educational Materials, Third-Party Food Safety Audit Documentation, Completed Required Forms. Review the full document from Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Melrose Park, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.