IFB # FS27-01-31, Food Service Supplies, Food & Non-Food

The Mohave Valley Elementary School District #16 is seeking sealed‑bid proposals to supply a comprehensive range of food‑service items—including dry goods (cereals, cereal bars, crackers, spices, baking supplies), sauces, condiments, gloves, breads, buns, and assorted non‑food consumables—for its child‑nutrition program. The contract runs for one fiscal year (July 1 2026 – June 30 2027) with the option to renew up to four additional one‑year terms. Vendors must comply with Buy‑American requirements, the Arizona Healthy Schools Act (no prohibited ingredients), and a reduced‑sugar guideline (≤ 6 g added sugar per dry ounce for grain products). Bids are due June 24, 2026, with questions due June 17, 2026. The district may award the contract on a line‑item basis or as a single award and will consider price, qualifications, and overall value. • Supplies: dry cereals, cereal bars, crackers, sauces, condiments, spices, baking supplies, gloves, breads & buns, plus non‑food disposables. • Volume: Hundreds of cases across dozens of SKUs (e.g., 500 cases of cereals, 200 cases of sauces, etc.). • Compliance: Must be U.S.‑origin, free of listed prohibited dyes/chemicals, and meet reduced‑sugar limits for grain products. • Delivery: FOB destination to the district warehouse; bi‑weekly deliveries, Monday‑Friday, 6 am‑1 pm. • Evaluation: Lowest responsible and responsive bid, with emphasis on price, vendor qualifications, and ability to provide a local representative.