Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation - Groceries and Paper Goods - 2027
Penn-Harris-Madison School CorporationSchool · Mishawaka, IN- Due
- Nov 24, 2026
- 22 days left
- Posted
- Oct 12, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jill Riggs
The 30-second brief
Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation invites sealed bids for Groceries and Paper Goods for a contract period from January 1, 2027, through June 30, 2027. The scope of work includes providing dry storeroom items, cooler items, freezer items, and paper goods such as cereals, canned beans, snacks, dressings, spices, dairy, frozen items, and disposable food service supplies. Bids must be submitted by 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 24, 2026, at the Educational Services Center, 55900 Bittersweet Road, Mishawaka, Indiana 46545. Bidders must include a State Board of Accounts Non-Collusion Affidavit, Disbarment Suspension Certification, Lobbying Certification, certificate of liability insurance ($1,000,000 minimum per claim), and nutrition labeling information. Award will be based on product quality, service, and ability to meet ordering and delivery schedules, not price alone.
Product quality, service, and ability to meet ordering and delivery schedules, price
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Summary
Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation invites sealed bids for Groceries and Paper Goods for a contract period from January 1, 2027, through June 30, 2027.
The scope of work includes providing dry storeroom items, cooler items, freezer items, and paper goods such as cereals, canned beans, snacks, dressings, spices, dairy, frozen items, and disposable food service supplies. Bids must be submitted by 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 24, 2026, at the Educational Services Center, 55900 Bittersweet Road, Mishawaka, Indiana 46545. Bidders must include a State Board of Accounts Non-Collusion Affidavit, Disbarment Suspension Certification, Lobbying Certification, certificate of liability insurance ($1,000,000 minimum per claim), and nutrition labeling information. Award will be based on product quality, service, and ability to meet ordering and delivery schedules, not price alone.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Product quality
- Service
- Ability to meet ordering and delivery schedules
- Price
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- State Board of Accounts Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Disbarment Suspension Certification
- Lobbying Certification
- Certificate of liability insurance
- Nutrition labeling information
- Submit to
- Educational Services Center, 55900 Bittersweet Road, Mishawaka, Indiana 46545
- Scope location
- Mishawaka, IN
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 24, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Educational Services Center, 55900 Bittersweet Road, Mishawaka, Indiana 46545. For questions, contact Jill Riggs.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation in IN, 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 Jill Riggs. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Product quality, service, and ability to meet ordering and delivery schedules, price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation?
All active and historical solicitations from Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 24, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: State Board of Accounts Non-Collusion Affidavit, Disbarment Suspension Certification, Lobbying Certification, certificate of liability insurance, nutrition labeling information. Review the full document from Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Mishawaka, IN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.