Newport-Mesa Unified School District South Orange County Purchasing Group Snack & Beverage Products Bid 124-26
Newport-Mesa UnifiedSchool · Costa Mesa, CA- Due
- Apr 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 5, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jonathan Geiszler
- (714) 424-5063
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Summary
The Newport-Mesa Unified School District, acting on behalf of the South Orange County Purchasing Group (including Irvine, Newport-Mesa, Saddleback Valley, and Tustin Unified School Districts), is soliciting bids under Invitation 124-26.
The procurement seeks qualified bidders to provide and deliver quality processed commodity, commercial, snack, and beverage products for each district's School Nutrition Services Program. Deliveries will be made to single or multiple locations as specified in the bid documents. Bidders must submit a hard copy and one electronic proposal on a flash drive, including a digitally completed Appendix C Pricing Sheet. Submissions are due by April 8, 2026, at the district office in Costa Mesa, CA. A Notice of Interest is due by March 30, 2026.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Appendix B – District Information & Delivery Sites, Appendix C – Pricing Sheet
- Submit to
- 2985 Bear St. Bldg A, Costa Mesa, California, 92626
- Scope location
- Costa Mesa, CA
- Reported agency
- Newport-Mesa Unified School District
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Newport-Mesa Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 8, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 2985 Bear St. Bldg A, Costa Mesa, California, 92626. For questions, contact Jonathan Geiszler.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Newport-Mesa Unified in CA, 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 Bid 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 Jonathan Geiszler at (714) 424-5063. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Newport-Mesa Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from Newport-Mesa Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Newport-Mesa Unified 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 Bid?
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: Appendix B – District Information & Delivery Sites, Appendix C – Pricing Sheet. Review the full document from Newport-Mesa Unified for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Costa Mesa, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.