Norristown Area School District FFVP Bid 2025-2026
Norristown Area SDSchool · Norristown, PA- Due
- May 1, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 1, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Nicole Melia
The 30-second brief
Norristown Area School District is soliciting pricing for fruits and vegetables to be served during the school day under the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) for the 2025-2026 school year. The bid includes preparing, cutting, packaging, shipping, and tracking fresh fruit and vegetable snacks, providing a monthly menu within budget, and offering nutrition education materials.
Fresh fruits and vegetables, Monthly menu, Nutrition education materials, Take-home merchandising materials, In-school nutrition education messaging, Point-of-sale materials, Taste test sampling platters, Plates, Napkins, Utensils
Price, Vendor reputation for providing quality materials on a timely basis, Vendor who best meets the specified item, Lowest responsive and responsible bidder or bid/offer most advantageous to the District
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Summary
Norristown Area School District is soliciting pricing for fruits and vegetables to be served during the school day under the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) for the 2025-2026 school year.
The bid includes preparing, cutting, packaging, shipping, and tracking fresh fruit and vegetable snacks, providing a monthly menu within budget, and offering nutrition education materials.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price, Vendor reputation for providing quality materials on a timely basis, Vendor who best meets the specified item, Lowest responsive and responsible bidder or bid/offer most advantageous to the District
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- Fresh fruits and vegetables
- Monthly menu
- Nutrition education materials
- Take-home merchandising materials
- In-school nutrition education messaging
- Point-of-sale materials
- Taste test sampling platters
- Plates
- Napkins
- Utensils
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Exhibit A (Bid Response Form)
- Exhibit B (Non-Collusion Affidavit)
- Exhibit C (Required Federal Certifications)
- Submit to
- 401 N. Whitehall Road, Norristown, PA 19403
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Norristown, PA
- Reported agency
- Norristown Area School District
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Norristown Area SD?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 1, 2025. 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: 401 N. Whitehall Road, Norristown, PA 19403. For questions, contact Nicole Melia.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Norristown Area SD in PA, 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 Nicole Melia. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Fresh fruits and vegetables, Monthly menu, Nutrition education materials, Take-home merchandising materials, In-school nutrition education messaging, Point-of-sale materials, Taste test sampling platters, Plates, Napkins, Utensils. 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: "Price, Vendor reputation for providing quality materials on a timely basis, Vendor who best meets the specified item, Lowest responsive and responsible bidder or bid/offer most advantageous to the Dis..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Norristown Area SD?
All active and historical solicitations from Norristown Area SD are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Norristown Area SD 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 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: Exhibit A (Bid Response Form), Exhibit B (Non-Collusion Affidavit), Exhibit C (Required Federal Certifications). Review the full document from Norristown Area SD for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Norristown, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.