Cafeteria Supplies (Paper Products) / WPS

The City of Worcester is procuring a comprehensive set of cafeteria paper‑product supplies for the Worcester Public Schools for the 2025‑2026 school year. The contract covers a wide range of disposable and reusable items—straws, bags, containers, lids, cutlery kits, gloves, napkins, trays, and other consumables—specified with annual usage estimates and PFAS‑free sustainability requirements. The award will be made to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder, with the contract valued at just over $2 million and a potential for up to two additional one‑year extensions at the city’s discretion. • Scope: Furnish and deliver all listed paper‑based and related cafeteria items to Worcester Public Schools. • Quantity: Annual usage estimates range from a few hundred units to several thousand cases per item. • Requirements: PFAS‑free products, firm‑fixed pricing, delivery within 10–12 days of award notification, and compliance with insurance and certification standards.