Shelby County Board of Education - CNP Bottled & Canned Beverages - Bid # 26-11 (2026)
Shelby County School DistrictSchool · Columbiana, AL- Due
- Jul 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
The 30-second brief
The Shelby County Board of Education is requesting bids for CNP Bottled & Canned Beverages, including coconut water, flavored sparkling water, decaffeinated sweet tea, and various carbonated diet sodas for school nutrition programs. All beverages must be Smart Snack compliant for high schools and meet USDA standards and specifications. The initial contract term is for one year beginning July 1, 2026, with the option to extend for an additional two years. Bidders must deliver inside school kitchens and provide pricing for the specified quantities and items.
Coconut Water 16.9 oz, Water Flavored Sparkling 16 oz, Tea Decaffeinated Sweet 12 oz, Diet Caramel-Colored Carbonated Soda 20 oz, Diet Yellow-Colored Carbonated Soda 20 oz, Diet Grape Carbonated Soda 20 oz, Clear Carbonated Soda 20 oz
Lowest responsible bidder meeting specifications, quality, conformity with specifications, purpose for which required, terms of delivery, past service and experience, price is within 5% for HUB preference
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Summary
The Shelby County Board of Education is requesting bids for CNP Bottled & Canned Beverages, including coconut water, flavored sparkling water, decaffeinated sweet tea, and various carbonated diet sodas for school nutrition programs.
All beverages must be Smart Snack compliant for high schools and meet USDA standards and specifications. The initial contract term is for one year beginning July 1, 2026, with the option to extend for an additional two years. Bidders must deliver inside school kitchens and provide pricing for the specified quantities and items.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Lowest responsible bidder meeting specifications
- Quality
- Conformity with specifications
- Purpose for which required
- Terms of delivery
- Past service and experience
- Price is within 5% for HUB preference
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Coconut Water 16.9 oz
- Water Flavored Sparkling 16 oz
- Tea Decaffeinated Sweet 12 oz
- Diet Caramel-Colored Carbonated Soda 20 oz
- Diet Yellow-Colored Carbonated Soda 20 oz
- Diet Grape Carbonated Soda 20 oz
- Clear Carbonated Soda 20 oz
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Bid Summary Page
- Certificate of Compliance with Specifications
- Deviation Form
- Certificate Regarding Lobbying
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Debarment and Suspension Certificate
- Alabama Immigration Law compliance form
- E-Verify Memorandum of Understanding
- Submit to
- 410 East College Street, Columbiana, AL 35051
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Columbiana, AL
- 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 July 1, 2026. 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: 410 East College Street, Columbiana, AL 35051.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Shelby County School District in AL, 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Coconut Water 16.9 oz, Water Flavored Sparkling 16 oz, Tea Decaffeinated Sweet 12 oz, Diet Caramel-Colored Carbonated Soda 20 oz, Diet Yellow-Colored Carbonated Soda 20 oz, Diet Grape Carbonated Soda 20 oz, Clear Carbonated Soda 20 oz. 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: "Lowest responsible bidder meeting specifications, quality, conformity with specifications, purpose for which required, terms of delivery, past service and experience, price is within 5% for HUB prefer..." 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.
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: Bid Summary Page, Certificate of Compliance with Specifications, Deviation Form, Certificate Regarding Lobbying, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Debarment and Suspension Certificate, Alabama Immigration Law. 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: Columbiana, AL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.