Winchester Public Schools - FRESH PRODUCE IFB #6510-400 for 2026 - Fresh Produce
City of Winchester Public SchoolsSchool · Winchester, VA- Due
- Jun 3, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 18, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Laurie S. Curry
- (540) 667-4258 ext 16125
The 30-second brief
Winchester Public Schools is seeking bids for fresh produce for the 2026-2027 school year, under IFB #6510-400. The scope includes furnishing various fresh fruits, vegetables, and salad items such as apples, bananas, berries, broccoli, carrots, celery, cucumbers, grapes, lettuce, melons, onions, peppers, potatoes, spinach, squash, and tomatoes to multiple school facilities including John Handley High School, Shihadeh Innovation Center, and Daniel Morgan Middle School in Winchester, Virginia. Bids are due by June 3, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. EST. The initial contract period is from August 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, with options to renew for up to four additional one-year periods. Pricing must be F.O.B. destination including cost, insurance, and freight, and will be evaluated based on the lowest total price.
Apples (Golden Delicious, Red Delicious, Granny Smith, Gala, Fuji, Pink Lady, Slices), Avocados, Bananas (Green, Petite Green Tip), Fresh Blueberries, Broccoli, Cabbage (Green, Red), Carrots (Baby Cut, Baby Whole, Shredded, Sticks), Cauliflower Florets, Celery (Pascal, Sticks), Cucumbers, Grapes (Green, Red), Grapefruit, Kiwi, Lemons, Lettuce (Green Leaf, Romaine, Chopped, Spring Mix, Shredded), Limes, Melons (Cantaloupe, Watermelon, Honeydew), Onions (Yellow, Red), Oranges, Pears, Peppers (Orange, Yellow, Red, Green Bell), Pineapple, Peaches, Plums, Nectarines, Baking Potatoes, Kale, Coleslaw, Spinach (Chopped, Baby, Clipped), Strawberries, Squash (Zucchini, Yellow, Butternut), Tomatoes (1 Layer, Bulk 6x6, Diced, Grape, Cherry)
Lowest total price as calculated in the Written Specifications grand total
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Summary
Winchester Public Schools is seeking bids for fresh produce for the 2026-2027 school year, under IFB #6510-400.
The scope includes furnishing various fresh fruits, vegetables, and salad items such as apples, bananas, berries, broccoli, carrots, celery, cucumbers, grapes, lettuce, melons, onions, peppers, potatoes, spinach, squash, and tomatoes to multiple school facilities including John Handley High School, Shihadeh Innovation Center, and Daniel Morgan Middle School in Winchester, Virginia. Bids are due by June 3, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. EST. The initial contract period is from August 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, with options to renew for up to four additional one-year periods. Pricing must be F.O.B. destination including cost, insurance, and freight, and will be evaluated based on the lowest total price.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest total price as calculated in the Written Specifications grand total
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Apples (Golden Delicious, Red Delicious, Granny Smith, Gala, Fuji, Pink Lady, Slices), Avocados, Bananas (Green, Petite Green Tip), Fresh Blueberries, Broccoli, Cabbage (Green, Red), Carrots (Baby Cut, Baby Whole, Shredded, Sticks), Cauliflower Florets, Celery (Pascal, Sticks), Cucumbers, Grapes (Green, Red), Grapefruit, Kiwi, Lemons, Lettuce (Green Leaf, Romaine, Chopped, Spring Mix, Shredded), Limes, Melons (Cantaloupe, Watermelon, Honeydew), Onions (Yellow, Red), Oranges, Pears, Peppers (Orange, Yellow, Red, Green Bell), Pineapple, Peaches, Plums, Nectarines, Baking Potatoes, Kale, Coleslaw, Spinach (Chopped, Baby, Clipped), Strawberries, Squash (Zucchini, Yellow, Butternut), Tomatoes (1 Layer, Bulk 6x6, Diced, Grape, Cherry)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Bid Cover Sheet
- Bidder Reference List
- Written Specifications
- Bidder Contact Information
- Suspension & Debarment Certification
- Disclosure of Lobbying Activities
- Clean Air & Water Certificate
- Virginia Preference for Virginia Goods and Virginia Residents
- Submit to
- Winchester Public Schools, School Board Office, 598 N. Kent Street, Winchester, VA 22601
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Winchester, VA
- Reported agency
- Winchester Public Schools
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from City of Winchester Public Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 3, 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: Winchester Public Schools, School Board Office, 598 N. Kent Street, Winchester, VA 22601. For questions, contact Laurie S. Curry.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including City of Winchester 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 Laurie S. Curry at (540) 667-4258 ext 16125. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Apples (Golden Delicious, Red Delicious, Granny Smith, Gala, Fuji, Pink Lady, Slices), Avocados, Bananas (Green, Petite Green Tip), Fresh Blueberries, Broccoli, Cabbage (Green, Red), Carrots (Baby Cut, Baby Whole, Shredded, Sticks), Cauliflower Florets, Celery (Pascal, Sticks), Cucumbers, Grapes (Gr. 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 total price as calculated in the Written Specifications grand total" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Winchester Public Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Winchester Public Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, City of Winchester 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bid Cover Sheet, Bidder Reference List, Written Specifications, Bidder Contact Information, Suspension & Debarment Certification, Disclosure of Lobbying Activities, Clean Air & Water Certificate, Virg. Review the full document from City of Winchester 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: Winchester, VA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.