State College Area School District Fresh Produce Food and Supplies RFP 2025/26-05
State College Area SDSchool · State College, PA- Due
- May 5, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 26, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Lynn Tressler
The 30-second brief
State College Area School District is soliciting bids for the provision of various fresh fruits and vegetables for its Food Service Department. The selected supplier will enter into a written contract with the district.
Fresh produce food and supplies
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Summary
State College Area School District is soliciting bids for the provision of various fresh fruits and vegetables for its Food Service Department. The selected supplier will enter into a written contract with the district.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Fresh produce food and supplies
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- ATTACHMENT A: Distributor Agreement Form
- ATTACHMENT B: RFP Response Worksheet
- ATTACHMENT C: Suspension and Debarment Certification
- ATTACHMENT D: Lobbying Certification
- ATTACHMENT E: Disclosure of Lobbying Activities
- ATTACHMENT F: Affidavit of Non-Collusion
- ATTACHMENT G: Protest Procedures
- Submit to
- State College Area School District, Ms. Lynn Tressler, Board Secretary, 240 Villa Crest Drive, State College, PA 16801
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- State College, PA
- Reported agency
- State College Area School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from State College Area SD?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 5, 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: State College Area School District, Ms. Lynn Tressler, Board Secretary, 240 Villa Crest Drive, State College, PA 16801. For questions, contact Lynn Tressler.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including State College Area SD in PA, 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 RFP 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 Lynn Tressler. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Fresh produce food and supplies. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from State College Area SD?
All active and historical solicitations from State College Area SD are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, State College Area SD 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 RFP?
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: ATTACHMENT A: Distributor Agreement Form, ATTACHMENT B: RFP Response Worksheet, ATTACHMENT C: Suspension and Debarment Certification, ATTACHMENT D: Lobbying Certification, ATTACHMENT E: Disclosure of. Review the full document from State College Area SD for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: State College, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.