Charter School Institute - Fresh Fruit and Vegetables

The Colorado Charter School Institute is seeking a vendor to provide fresh fruits and vegetables for the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) at three charter schools in Colorado. The vendor will be responsible for delivering fresh produce to the schools on a weekly basis. The contract will be for one year, commencing August 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027, with an option to renew for four additional one-year periods. The vendor must have a food safety program in place and comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including the Buy American Act. • The vendor must provide a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, including locally grown and non-locally grown products. • The vendor must have a system for tracking products sold and provide documentation to customers upon request. • The vendor must comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including the Buy American Act. • The vendor must have a food safety program in place and provide documentation of the program with the bid proposal. • The vendor must allow farm visits by district staff to observe agricultural and food safety practices.