ITB 2026-517 FRESH PRODUCE - MARCH - MAY

The provided text is an Invitation to Bid (ITB) document from the Anchorage School District for the provision of fresh produce from March to May. Here's a summary of the key points: **Bid Details** * ITB Number: 2026-517 * Bid Due Date: January 27, 2026, prior to 1:00 p.m. local time * Bid Opening: January 27, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. local time * Pre-Bid Conference: January 15, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. local time **Bid Requirements** * Bidders must submit sealed bids with the outside of the envelope clearly marked with the bidder's name, address, and phone number. * Bids must be in U.S. dollars and include all applicable taxes and fees. * Bidders must provide their Alaska Business License number and any necessary professional licenses. * Bidders must provide a Certificate of Insurance naming the Anchorage School District as the certificate holder and additional insured with a Waiver of Subrogation. **Evaluation Criteria** * Awards will be made to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder(s) in accordance with Board Policy Administrative Regulation 3311.1(a).1. * A 7% local preference will be applied to agricultural products harvested in the State of Alaska. **Submission Requirements** * Complete sealed bids must be received by the Purchasing Department prior to the bid opening. * Bids may be hand-delivered or mailed, but faxed or emailed bids will not be accepted. * Bidders are responsible for ensuring their bids are received by the Purchasing Department prior to the bid opening. **Other Requirements** * Bidders must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including debarment and suspension requirements. * Bidders must certify that they are not in conflict of interest with the contract and Board Policy. * Bidders must provide a firm bid that is good for 90 calendar days from the date specified for submittal of bids. Overall, the ITB document outlines the requirements and procedures for bidders to provide fresh produce to the Anchorage School District from March to May. Bidders must carefully review the document and submit their bids in accordance with the specified requirements and deadlines.