Beverage Bid for School Nutrition Programs

Sampson County Schools School Nutrition Services is issuing this Request for Bid (RFB) for the procurement and delivery of beverage products. This includes coolers, vending machines, and/or merchandisers for federally-funded School Nutrition programs operating within the district. The contract period is for the first year of a potential four-year term, with renewals subject to mutual agreement. Key aspects of the bid include adherence to USDA non-discrimination policies, specific bid opening procedures, and vendor responsibilities for product quality, delivery, and reporting. Vendors are required to provide domestic products that meet Smart Snack Standards, with exceptions for staff vending machine items. The contract will be awarded based on the lowest bottom-line price, with provisions for economic price adjustments at renewal based on the Consumer Price Index, not to exceed 5%.