Prime Food Vendor

Kenosha Unified School District is seeking a single Prime Food Vendor to supply all food products (except bread, milk, chemicals, and disposables) for its federally funded child‑nutrition programs, covering approximately $3 million in annual spend. The contract is cost‑plus handling fee, with strict performance metrics such as a 98 % fill‑rate, USDA Foods handling, Buy‑American compliance, and detailed reporting requirements. The initial term runs July 1 2026 – June 30 2027 with up to four optional one‑year renewals. Proposals must be submitted in sealed paper format (1 original + 5 copies) by February 26 2026. • Provide comprehensive food product line (meats, frozen pizza, poultry, frozen entrees, dairy, canned goods, dry goods, spices, chips, fresh produce, juice, specialty diet items) and meet USDA Foods commercial distribution requirements. • Meet performance standards: ≥ 98 % delivery fill‑rate, monthly reporting, VPT tracking, and Buy‑American compliance; penalties apply for shortfalls. • Deliver weekly to 10 school sites and four times weekly to a central kitchen, using sanitized, temperature‑controlled trucks; on‑site account rep visits at least monthly. • Submit a paper‑only proposal package (sealed envelope, 1 original + 5 copies) by the deadline; include required certifications, handling‑fee schedule, and detailed pricing spreadsheet.