Food Bid
ID: 61000 BEN PE-61000-NONST-2027-000000006
• Alt ID: IFB #26271
• State: Georgia
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Background
The Ben Hill County Schools, through its School Nutrition Program (SNP), is issuing this Invitation for Bid (IFB) to procure food products for the fiscal year 2026-2027. The goal of this contract is to ensure that the school nutrition program can provide nutritious meals to students in compliance with federal and state regulations, including those set forth by the USDA and the National School Lunch Program (NSLP).
Work Details
The selected vendor(s) will be responsible for supplying and delivering various food products as specified in Attachment B of the IFB. The categories of products include:
1. Food items such as fruits, vegetables, meats, dairy products, and grains.
2. Specific items listed include applesauce, cherries, coconut, cranberry sauce, individual fruit cups, bacon, beef patties, chicken products, pizza varieties, and more.
3. All products must meet nutritional standards and labeling requirements as per USDA guidelines.
4. Vendors must provide a Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) plan for food safety compliance.
Period of Performance
The contract period will commence on July 1, 2026, and conclude on June 30, 2027. There is an option to extend the contract for up to three additional months at the same pricing upon mutual agreement.
Place of Performance
All deliveries will be made to various school locations within Ben Hill County Schools in Fitzgerald, Georgia.
Bidder Requirements
Bidders must comply with specific certifications including but not limited to:
1. E-Verify compliance for employment verification as per O.C.G.A. ยง 13-10-91(b)(1).
2. Certification regarding lobbying for bids exceeding $100,000.
3. Evidence of financial capabilities may be requested post-bid opening.
4. Vendors must not be debarred or suspended from participating in federal programs.
The Ben Hill County Schools, through its School Nutrition Program (SNP), is issuing this Invitation for Bid (IFB) to procure food products for the fiscal year 2026-2027. The goal of this contract is to ensure that the school nutrition program can provide nutritious meals to students in compliance with federal and state regulations, including those set forth by the USDA and the National School Lunch Program (NSLP).
Work Details
The selected vendor(s) will be responsible for supplying and delivering various food products as specified in Attachment B of the IFB. The categories of products include:
1. Food items such as fruits, vegetables, meats, dairy products, and grains.
2. Specific items listed include applesauce, cherries, coconut, cranberry sauce, individual fruit cups, bacon, beef patties, chicken products, pizza varieties, and more.
3. All products must meet nutritional standards and labeling requirements as per USDA guidelines.
4. Vendors must provide a Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) plan for food safety compliance.
Period of Performance
The contract period will commence on July 1, 2026, and conclude on June 30, 2027. There is an option to extend the contract for up to three additional months at the same pricing upon mutual agreement.
Place of Performance
All deliveries will be made to various school locations within Ben Hill County Schools in Fitzgerald, Georgia.
Bidder Requirements
Bidders must comply with specific certifications including but not limited to:
1. E-Verify compliance for employment verification as per O.C.G.A. ยง 13-10-91(b)(1).
2. Certification regarding lobbying for bids exceeding $100,000.
3. Evidence of financial capabilities may be requested post-bid opening.
4. Vendors must not be debarred or suspended from participating in federal programs.
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Overview
Opportunity Type
Non-State Agency
Opportunity ID
61000 BEN PE-61000-NONST-2027-000000006
Response Deadline
June 15, 2026
Due in 22 Days
Date Posted
May 19, 2026
Source
Pre-Bid Conference
No pre-bid conference requirement or date was provided in the solicitation text excerpt. The only relevant heading present is 'Pre-Bid Meeting Date, Time and Location (if applicable)'.
Q&A Deadline
Written questions must be submitted by the final date for written questions.
Est. Value Range
Experimental
$250,000 - $1,200,000
(AI estimate)
Agency Distribution
High
On 5/19/26 BEN HILL COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION in Georgia issued Non-State Agency School Food Bid for FY 26-27 with ID 61000 BEN PE-61000-NONST-2027-000000006 due 6/15/26.
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