Orange County Schools New Vending IFB/Contract 2026-2027
Orange County SchoolsSchool · Hillsborough, NC- Due
- May 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Valerie Green
- (919) 245-4002
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Summary
Orange County Schools is soliciting bids for the procurement and delivery of MILK and beverage products, including coolers, vending machines, and merchandisers, for its federally-funded Child Nutrition programs. The contract term is one year with potential for four one-year renewals.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Distributor New Bid Documents
- Attachments
- Official IFB/Contract
- Official Bid Spreadsheets
- Buy American (BA) statement
- Vendor Required Bid Attachments (A-J)
- Submit to
- 920 Corporate Drive, Hillsborough, NC 27278
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- Orange County, North Carolina
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Orange County Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 27, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 920 Corporate Drive, Hillsborough, NC 27278. For questions, contact Valerie Green.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Orange County Schools in NC, 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 IFB 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 Valerie Green at (919) 245-4002. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Orange County Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Orange County Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Orange County Schools 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 IFB?
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: Distributor New Bid Documents, Attachments, Official IFB/Contract, Official Bid Spreadsheets, Buy American (BA) statement, Vendor Required Bid Attachments (A-J). Review the full document from Orange County Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Orange County, North Carolina. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.