Food, Refrigerated - Distributor Direct to Warehouse

The Little Rock School District is seeking a distributor to provide refrigerated food products, including meats, cheeses, and yogurts, to the district's Child Nutrition Department. The contract will be awarded to the responsive, responsible offerer whose proposal is judged to be the most effective and economical for the purpose intended. The proposal evaluation criteria include quality of submitted samples, company profile, pricing, references, rebates, proof of local production or sourcing, and overall responsiveness. The district reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and waive any irregularities or formalities in any solicitation or RFP responses. Some key features of the required products include: • Low sodium content • No artificial colors or flavors • No high fructose corn syrup • Buy American Compliant • CN label or product formulation sheet required • Smart Snack Compliant The district is looking for a distributor who can provide high-quality products that meet the nutritional needs of the students, while also being mindful of the budget constraints.