Utopian Academy for the Arts School Nutrition Program Food, Chemicals, Bread, and Milk IFB 002 2025
Utopian Academy For The Arts Elementary SchoolSchool · Ellenwood, GA- Due
- Dec 10, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 3, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Jamelle Boyer
- (404) 216-2576
The 30-second brief
Utopian Academy for the Arts School Nutrition Program is issuing Invitation for Bid (IFB) #002 to select one or more vendors for the supply and delivery of food, paper and chemical products, bread, and milk for the 2026 school year. The contract term commences January 1, 2026, through June 30, 2026, with options for a three-month extension and up to four additional one-year renewals. Bidders must provide nutrition data, comply with Buy American provisions, and maintain a HACCP plan. Sealed bids are due by December 10, 2025, at 4:00 PM at the school's Ellenwood, GA location. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for November 2, 2025, and the final date for written questions is December 3, 2025. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder(s).
Food, Paper and Chemical Products, Bread, Milk, Quote Sheet, Nutritional Information, HACCP Plan, Vendor Affidavit
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all terms and conditions
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Summary
Utopian Academy for the Arts School Nutrition Program is issuing Invitation for Bid (IFB) #002 to select one or more vendors for the supply and delivery of food, paper and chemical products, bread, and milk for the 2026 school year.
The contract term commences January 1, 2026, through June 30, 2026, with options for a three-month extension and up to four additional one-year renewals. Bidders must provide nutrition data, comply with Buy American provisions, and maintain a HACCP plan. Sealed bids are due by December 10, 2025, at 4:00 PM at the school's Ellenwood, GA location. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for November 2, 2025, and the final date for written questions is December 3, 2025. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder(s).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all terms and conditions
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Food
- Paper and Chemical Products
- Bread
- Milk
- Quote Sheet
- Nutritional Information
- HACCP Plan
- Vendor Affidavit
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Attachment A: Bidder Submission Form
- Attachment B: Specifications & Quote Sheet
- Attachment C: Delivery Site(s)
- Attachment D: Lobbying Certification Disclosure
- Attachment E: Debarment Status Form
- Attachment F: Piggybacking Agreement Form
- Attachment G: Bid Exception Form
- Attachment H: Anti-Collusion Affidavit
- Attachment I: Vendor Affidavit
- Attachment J: Bidder Reference Form
- Submit to
- 2750 Forest Parkway Ellenwood, GA 30294
- Duration
- 6 months
- Scope location
- Ellenwood, GA
- Reported agency
- Utopian Academy for the Arts School Nutrition Program
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Utopian Academy For The Arts Elementary School?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 10, 2025. 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: 2750 Forest Parkway Ellenwood, GA 30294. For questions, contact Jamelle Boyer.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Utopian Academy For The Arts Elementary School in GA, 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 Jamelle Boyer at (404) 216-2576. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Food, Paper and Chemical Products, Bread, Milk, Quote Sheet, Nutritional Information, HACCP Plan, Vendor Affidavit. 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 responsive and responsible bidder meeting all terms and conditions" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Utopian Academy For The Arts Elementary School?
All active and historical solicitations from Utopian Academy For The Arts Elementary School are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Utopian Academy For The Arts Elementary School 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Attachment A: Bidder Submission Form, Attachment B: Specifications & Quote Sheet, Attachment C: Delivery Site(s), Attachment D: Lobbying Certification Disclosure, Attachment E: Debarment Status Form,. Review the full document from Utopian Academy For The Arts Elementary School for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ellenwood, GA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.