JPMC SOURCEWELL RFP 120326 FOOD PRODUCTS AND DISTRIBUTION FOR SCHOOL FOOD AUTHORITIES WITH RELATED

This solicitation invites vendors to provide food products and related distribution services to school food authorities across Illinois through a Sourcewell cooperative purchase. The contract will be structured as a Master Agreement, allowing participating entities to order under a single, pre‑negotiated framework. The award will be based on best‑value considerations, and the contract term is one year with up to four one‑year extensions, potentially extending to five years, with the possibility of longer extensions under exceptional circumstances. Vendors must be able to meet mandatory technical specifications, certify annually, and comply with Illinois business‑enterprise and small‑business participation goals if imposed. • Supply a broad range of food items and related consumables for school nutrition programs. • Provide distribution and logistics services to deliver products to participating school districts and agencies. • Operate under a cooperative purchasing model, enabling multiple Illinois entities to leverage volume for better pricing. • Must maintain annual compliance certifications and meet any state‑mandated small‑business or BEP/VBP goals. • Contract term: 1‑year base, up to five years total, with potential extensions beyond seven years under special circumstances.