SOUTHERN APPALACHIAN MOUNTAINS FOOD BUYING CO-OP IFB # SN 2026-A SAM Food Buying Co-Op
Botetourt County Public SchoolsSchool · Fincastle, VA- Due
- May 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Tracy Webster
- (276) 228-5411
The 30-second brief
Invitation for sealed bids from qualified vendors to furnish and deliver cafeteria food and related supplies for the Southern Appalachian Mountains Food Buying Co-Op (SAM CO-OP), which includes multiple school districts in Virginia and Elizabethton City in Tennessee, as well as the Southwest Virginia Regional Jail System.
Cafeteria food and related supplies
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Summary
Invitation for sealed bids from qualified vendors to furnish and deliver cafeteria food and related supplies for the Southern Appalachian Mountains Food Buying Co-Op (SAM CO-OP), which includes multiple school districts in Virginia and Elizabethton City in Tennessee, as well as the Southwest Virginia Regional Jail System.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Cafeteria food and related supplies
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Virginia, Tennessee
- Reported agency
- SOUTHERN APPALACHIAN MOUNTAINS FOOD BUYING CO-OP
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Botetourt County Public Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 6, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. For questions, contact Tracy Webster.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Botetourt County Public Schools in VA, 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 Tracy Webster at (276) 228-5411. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Cafeteria food and related supplies. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Botetourt County Public Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Botetourt County Public Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Botetourt County Public 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. Review the full document from Botetourt County Public 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: Virginia, Tennessee. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.