FRESH PRODUCE AND FFVP REQUIREMENTS FOR NUTRITION SERVICES

The Fairbanks North Star Borough School District is seeking to establish a pool of qualified vendors to supply fresh produce and Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) items for Nutrition Services operations. The purpose of this solicitation is to establish master terms and conditions governing future produce purchases, prequalify responsible vendors, establish an approved vendor pool, ensure compliance with USDA Child Nutrition Program requirements, and establish delivery, food safety, quality assurance, and service expectations. • The district is looking for vendors who can provide fresh produce and FFVP items on a recurring basis. • Vendors must be able to meet the district's requirements for delivery, food safety, and quality assurance. • The district is seeking to establish a pool of qualified vendors to participate in recurring monthly pricing requests. • The solicitation includes a pre-submission conference to discuss the requirements and expectations of the district.