Shelby County Board of Education - 2nd Semester Produce 2026-2027 SY - IFB #11132026MT
Shelby County School DistrictSchool · Memphis, TN- Due
- Nov 13, 2026
- 6 days left
- Posted
- Oct 26, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Mary Taylor
- (901) 416-5550
The 30-second brief
The Shelby County Board of Education (SCBE) is requesting bids for the purchase of the 2nd Semester Produce 2026-2027 SY for schools across Memphis, Tennessee. The contract covers the delivery of fresh produce, food items, and commodities to various school nutrition centers and district locations. Bids must be received by November 13, 2026, at 11:00 AM CST. A written question deadline is set for November 3, 2026, at 11:00 AM CST. Bidders must meet all specifications, including food safety, HACCP programs, Buy American provisions, and shelf-life requirements.
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Summary
The Shelby County Board of Education (SCBE) is requesting bids for the purchase of the 2nd Semester Produce 2026-2027 SY for schools across Memphis, Tennessee.
The contract covers the delivery of fresh produce, food items, and commodities to various school nutrition centers and district locations. Bids must be received by November 13, 2026, at 11:00 AM CST. A written question deadline is set for November 3, 2026, at 11:00 AM CST. Bidders must meet all specifications, including food safety, HACCP programs, Buy American provisions, and shelf-life requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Completed Invitation for Bid form, Certification Regarding Lobbying (Appendix B), Completed Debarment Affidavit (Appendix C), Nutrient analysis and End Product Data Sheets, CN label or Crediting Statement or Product Formulation Statement (Appendix D), Vendor's GAP Like/GMP Practices/HACCP Program Letter, Vendor or Manufacturer Julian Date Document or Shelf-Life Document, Completed Certificate of Insurance (Appendix E), Completed Pricing Confirmation (Appendix F), Buy American Certification/Waiver (Appendix G), Product Information Profile Form (Appendix H), Completed Addenda Acknowledgement form (Appendix I), Completed State of Tennessee Non-Boycott of Israel Certification (Appendix J), Completed State of Iran Divestment Act Certification (Appendix K), Completed Anti-Bribery Affidavit (Appendix L), Completed Non-Collusion Certification (Appendix M), Completed Promise of Non-Discrimination Statement (Appendix N), Fully completed hard copy Bid Sheet, Microsoft Office Excel 2007 Workbook file on a USB flash drive
- Submit to
- Central Nutrition Center, 3176 Jackson Avenue, Memphis, TN 38112 (mailed submissions only)
- Duration
- 6 months
- Scope location
- Memphis, TN
- Reported agency
- Shelby County Board of Education
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Shelby County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 13, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Central Nutrition Center, 3176 Jackson Avenue, Memphis, TN 38112 (mailed submissions only). For questions, contact Mary Taylor.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Shelby County School District in TN, 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 Mary Taylor at (901) 416-5550. 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: "Lowest responsive and responsible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Shelby County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Shelby County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Shelby County School District 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 13, 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: Completed Invitation for Bid form, Certification Regarding Lobbying (Appendix B), Completed Debarment Affidavit (Appendix C), Nutrient analysis and End Product Data Sheets, CN label or Crediting State. Review the full document from Shelby 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: Memphis, TN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.