Request for Proposals: Bread and Bakery Products for Iowa School Districts

This Request for Proposals (RFP) seeks sealed proposals from responsive and qualified distributors for the provision of bread and bakery products to multiple School Food Authorities (SFAs) across Iowa. The participating districts aim to award individual contracts to selected bread distributors. Vendors are invited to submit proposals outlining their product offerings and pricing. Key requirements include adherence to specific product quality standards, delivery protocols, and submission of various certifications and documentation. The contract will be a firm fixed-price agreement, with an initial term from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and the possibility of four additional one-year renewal terms. Proposals will be evaluated based on price, completeness of product line, distributor reputation, and ability to meet delivery characteristics, with price being the most heavily weighted factor.