Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES - Milk, Dairy Products & Juices Cooperative Bid - WFL 2027-11 (2026)
Ontario-Seneca-Yates-Cayuga-Wayne BocesSpecial District · Newark, NY- Due
- Aug 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 15, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Linda McClean
- (315) 332-7458 ext 7458
The 30-second brief
The Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES and Component School Districts require a reliable supply of milk, dairy products, and juices for participating schools and agencies under a cooperative bid group authorized by General Municipal Law Section 119-o. The solicitation covers fluid milk, cottage cheese, sour cream, yogurt, heavy cream, half and half, and fruit juices with pricing adjustments tied to USDA AMS FMMO and CPI-U indices. Contract term is effective September 1, 2026 through August 31, 2027, with options for two twelve-month extensions. Submission deadline is August 6, 2026 at 3:00 PM EST.
Lowest overall cost taking into consideration pricing, administrative costs, and service-related factors
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Summary
The Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES and Component School Districts require a reliable supply of milk, dairy products, and juices for participating schools and agencies under a cooperative bid group authorized by General Municipal Law Section 119-o.
The solicitation covers fluid milk, cottage cheese, sour cream, yogurt, heavy cream, half and half, and fruit juices with pricing adjustments tied to USDA AMS FMMO and CPI-U indices. Contract term is effective September 1, 2026 through August 31, 2027, with options for two twelve-month extensions. Submission deadline is August 6, 2026 at 3:00 PM EST.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Lowest overall cost taking into consideration pricing
- Administrative costs
- Service-related factors
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Bid Proposal Form
- USDA Certification Statement Form
- Questionnaire
- Bidder Qualification & Disclosure Form
- Bid Proposal Non-Collusion Bid Certification
- Resolution for Corporate Bidders Only
- Declaration
- Vendor Bid Item Listing
- W-9
- Submit to
- https://wflboces.ionwave.net
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Newark, NY
- Reported agency
- Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Ontario-Seneca-Yates-Cayuga-Wayne Boces?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 6, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://wflboces.ionwave.net. For questions, contact Linda McClean.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Ontario-Seneca-Yates-Cayuga-Wayne Boces in NY, 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.
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 Linda McClean at (315) 332-7458 ext 7458. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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 overall cost taking into consideration pricing, administrative costs, and service-related factors" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Ontario-Seneca-Yates-Cayuga-Wayne Boces?
All active and historical solicitations from Ontario-Seneca-Yates-Cayuga-Wayne Boces are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, Ontario-Seneca-Yates-Cayuga-Wayne Boces 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 Proposal Form, USDA Certification Statement Form, Questionnaire, Bidder Qualification & Disclosure Form, Bid Proposal Non-Collusion Bid Certification, Resolution for Corporate Bidders Only, Declar. Review the full document from Ontario-Seneca-Yates-Cayuga-Wayne Boces for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Newark, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.