Shelby County Schools Summer Feeding Produce IFB #01222026MT
Shelby County School DistrictSchool · Memphis, TN- Due
- Jan 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 7, 2026
- Primary contact
- Mary Taylor
The 30-second brief
Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the purchase of Summer Feeding Produce for SY 2026. Bids are due by January 22, 2026, at 11:00 AM CST. The contract period is anticipated to be from May 26, 2026, to July 31, 2026.
Nutrient analysis of each item bid and End Product Data Sheets, CN label or Crediting Statement or Product Formulation Statement for each item bid (if applicable), Product Formulation Statement for Documenting Grains, Product Formulation Statement for Documenting Vegetables and Fruits, Product Formulation Statement for Documenting Meats/Meat Alternates, Vendor's GAP/GMP Practices/HACCP Program Letter, Vendor (or) Manufacturer Julian Date Document (or) Shelf-Life Document, Completed Certificate of Insurance, Completed Pricing Confirmation, Buy American Certification/Waiver, Product Information Profile Form, Completed Addenda Acknowledgement form, Completed State of Tennessee Non-Boycott of Israel Certification, Completed State of Iran Divestment Act Certification, Completed Anti-Bribery Affidavit, Completed Non-Collusion Certification, Completed Promise of Non-Discrimination Statement, Fully completed hard copy Bid Sheet on each item typewritten, Microsoft Office Excel 2007 Workbook file on a USB flash drive.
Award will be on the basis of best and lowest “approved brand" cost per serving, cost per unit, cost per case, or cost per pound.
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Summary
Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the purchase of Summer Feeding Produce for SY 2026. Bids are due by January 22, 2026, at 11:00 AM CST. The contract period is anticipated to be from May 26, 2026, to July 31, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Award will be on the basis of best and lowest “approved brand" cost per serving, cost per unit, cost per case, or cost per pound.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Nutrient analysis of each item bid and End Product Data Sheets, CN label or Crediting Statement or Product Formulation Statement for each item bid (if applicable), Product Formulation Statement for Documenting Grains, Product Formulation Statement for Documenting Vegetables and Fruits, Product Formulation Statement for Documenting Meats/Meat Alternates, Vendor's GAP/GMP Practices/HACCP Program Letter, Vendor (or) Manufacturer Julian Date Document (or) Shelf-Life Document, Completed Certificate of Insurance, Completed Pricing Confirmation, Buy American Certification/Waiver, Product Information Profile Form, Completed Addenda Acknowledgement form, Completed State of Tennessee Non-Boycott of Israel Certification, Completed State of Iran Divestment Act Certification, Completed Anti-Bribery Affidavit, Completed Non-Collusion Certification, Completed Promise of Non-Discrimination Statement, Fully completed hard copy Bid Sheet on each item typewritten, Microsoft Office Excel 2007 Workbook file on a USB flash drive.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
13- Appendix B - Certification Regarding Lobbying
- Appendix C - Debarment Affidavit
- Appendix D - Product Formulation Statement
- Appendix E - Certificate of Insurance Coverage
- Appendix F - Pricing Confirmation
- Appendix G - Buy American Certification
- Appendix I - Addenda Acknowledgement
- Appendix J - Non-Boycott of Israel Certification
- Appendix K - Iran Divestment Act Certification
- Appendix L - Anti Bribery Affidavit
- Appendix M - Non-Collusion Certificate
- Appendix N - Promise of Non-Discrimination Statement
- Product Information Profile Form
- Submit to
- Central Nutrition Center, 3176 Jackson Avenue, Memphis, TN 38112
- Reported agency
- SHELBY COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Shelby County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 22, 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: Central Nutrition Center, 3176 Jackson Avenue, Memphis, TN 38112. For questions, contact Mary Taylor.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
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 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 Mary Taylor. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Nutrient analysis of each item bid and End Product Data Sheets, CN label or Crediting Statement or Product Formulation Statement for each item bid (if applicable), Product Formulation Statement for Documenting Grains, Product Formulation Statement for Documenting Vegetables and Fruits, Product Formu. 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: "Award will be on the basis of best and lowest “approved brand" cost per serving, cost per unit, cost per case, or cost per pound." 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 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: Appendix B - Certification Regarding Lobbying, Appendix C - Debarment Affidavit, Appendix D - Product Formulation Statement, Appendix E - Certificate of Insurance Coverage, Appendix F - Pricing Confir. Review the full document from Shelby County School District for the complete list.