McDowell County School District WV Local Produce Products RFQ 20-261 (2026)
McDowell County School DistrictSchool · Welch, WV- Due
- Aug 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 10, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Aaron Lester
- (304) 436-8441 ext 2118
The 30-second brief
McDowell County School District is seeking bids for local produce products including apples, peaches, and pears to support the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and School Breakfast Program (SBP). The contract involves bi-weekly deliveries to ten schools across the district, requiring proper temperature-controlled shipping and compliance with Buy American and WV local product criteria. Bids are due by August 24, 2026, at 4:00 p.m., with a vendor question deadline of August 17, 2026. Pricing shall be submitted using the provided Pricing Pages, and the contract will be awarded to the vendor providing the lowest overall total cost meeting all specifications.
Apples, Red Delicious, Per 100 count case, Estimated Quantity: 460; Apples, Golden Delicious, Per 113 count case, Estimated Quantity: 520; Peaches, Per Bushel, Estimated Quantity: 150; Pears, Per 110 count Case, Estimated Quantity: 150
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Summary
McDowell County School District is seeking bids for local produce products including apples, peaches, and pears to support the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and School Breakfast Program (SBP).
The contract involves bi-weekly deliveries to ten schools across the district, requiring proper temperature-controlled shipping and compliance with Buy American and WV local product criteria. Bids are due by August 24, 2026, at 4:00 p.m., with a vendor question deadline of August 17, 2026. Pricing shall be submitted using the provided Pricing Pages, and the contract will be awarded to the vendor providing the lowest overall total cost meeting all specifications.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest overall total cost
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Apples, Red Delicious, Per 100 count case, Estimated Quantity: 460
- Apples, Golden Delicious, Per 113 count case, Estimated Quantity: 520
- Peaches, Per Bushel, Estimated Quantity: 150
- Pears, Per 110 count Case, Estimated Quantity: 150
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Purchasing Affidavit
- Lobbying Certification
- Suspension and Debarment Certification
- Addendum Acknowledgment Form
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Welch, WV
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from McDowell County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 24, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Aaron Lester.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including McDowell County School District in WV, 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 RFQ 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 Aaron Lester at (304) 436-8441 ext 2118. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Apples, Red Delicious, Per 100 count case, Estimated Quantity: 460; Apples, Golden Delicious, Per 113 count case, Estimated Quantity: 520; Peaches, Per Bushel, Estimated Quantity: 150; Pears, Per 110 count Case, Estimated Quantity: 150. 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 overall total cost" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from McDowell County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from McDowell County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, McDowell 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 RFQ?
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: Purchasing Affidavit, Lobbying Certification, Suspension and Debarment Certification, Addendum Acknowledgment Form. Review the full document from McDowell 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: Welch, WV. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.