Miami-Dade County Public Schools Fresh Produce Distribution Services ITB
Dade County School DistrictSchool · Miami, FL- Due
- Apr 7, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 6, 2026
- Primary contact
- Vanessa Flores
- (305) 995-2646
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SUMMARY
Seeks bids for the purchase and delivery of fresh fruit and vegetables (produce) for Miami-Dade County Public Schools. The contract will be for a period of three years with two successive one-year options to renew.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1: Cover Page, Attachment 2: Statement of "No Bid", Attachment 3: Acknowledgement of Amendments, Attachment 4: Conflict of Interest, Attachment 5: Debarment (must be notarized), Attachment 6: Instructions, Attachment 7: Bidder's Preference (must be notarized), Attachment 8: Drug-Free Workplace (must be notarized), Attachment 9: Local Business Affidavit of Eligibility (must be notarized), Attachment 10: Anti-Collusion Statement, Attachment 11: Bidder Experience, Attachment 12: Submitted Bid Document Verification Form, Attachment 13: Florida Statutes on Public Entity Crimes (must be notarized), Attachment 14: Bid Opening Instructions, Attachment 15: Registration Instructions for Euna OpenBids (formerly DemandStar), Attachment 16: Statement of Intent to Perform as a Certified Subcontractor/Subconsultant, Attachment 17: Certification of Compliance 6465 – Commercial Anti-Discrimination in Business Operations and Practices (must be notarized), Attachment 18: Foreign Country of Concern Attestation (PUR 1355), Attachment 19: Vendor Affidavit Regarding the Use of Coercion for Labor and Services, Appendix A: Food Service Accounting Specifications, Appendix B: 2025 Miami-Dade County Public Schools List
- Scope location
- Miami-Dade County, Florida
- Reported agency
- Miami-Dade County Public Schools
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this ITB from Dade County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 7, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. For questions, contact Vanessa Flores.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this ITB?
Most government agencies, including Dade County School District in FL, 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 ITB 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 Vanessa Flores at (305) 995-2646. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What documents are required to bid on this ITB?
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: Attachment 1: Cover Page, Attachment 2: Statement of "No Bid", Attachment 3: Acknowledgement of Amendments, Attachment 4: Conflict of Interest, Attachment 5: Debarment (must be notarized), Attachment. Review the full document from Dade 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: Miami-Dade County, Florida. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.