When is the submission deadline?

This RFP closed on July 21, 2026 and is no longer accepting submissions.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $1,465,000.

It was issued by Polk County Public Schools. The work is located in Bartow, Florida, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Supplier with experience in school or institutional food service consumables. Capable of sourcing and delivering multiple types of food-safe bags. Familiarity with government procurement processes. Ability to service clients in Florida, particularly Polk County.

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Overview

Retail, E-Commerce & Consumer Goods

Bartow, Florida, United StatesPosted: June 30th, 2026Deadline: July 21st, 2026

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SUMMARY

Polk County, Florida seeks vendors to supply a range of consumable bags for its school nutrition program.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must submit bid pricing and brand name/model number information on the Bid Form and Specifications pages
Must be registered at www.myvendorlink.com
Must provide notification at least 24 hours prior to delivery for truck deliveries into the warehouse
Must provide a redacted copy of the bid response if any portion is claimed as confidential or trade secret
Must disclose any officer, director, or agent who is also an employee of the School Board
Must certify compliance with the E-Verify system
Must not be on the convicted vendor list, discriminatory vendor list, or scrutinized companies lists
Must provide samples within seven business days if requested for evaluation
Must include all required submittals listed on page 26 with the bid response

BUDGET

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$1,465,000

CONTRACT DURATION

11 months

TIMELINE

Broadcast ITB: June 29th, 2026

Deadline for receipt of bids: July 21st, 2026, 3:00 PM

Bid Opening: July 21st, 2026, 3:00 PM

Posting of Award Recommendation: August 3rd, 2026

Approval of recommendation: August 25th, 2026

Contract Initial Start Date: August 26th, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

July 21st, 2026

CONTACTS

Primary procurement contact — name, title, email, and phone

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Issuing Agency

Polk County Public Schools

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DESCRIPTION

The government authority in Polk County, Florida is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to provide school nutrition consumable supplies and related services. Required items include a variety of bags such as cookie bags, freezer zipper bags, grab and go bags, grocery bags (white), and sandwich bags.

All vendors interested in supplying these items for the school nutrition program must adhere to the specified timeline for submitting questions, with a cutoff date of July 21, 2026. The selected vendor will be responsible for ensuring timely delivery and high quality of consumable supply items to support the district's school nutrition operations.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: This RFP closed on July 21, 2026 and is no longer accepting submissions.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $1,465,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Polk County Public Schools. The work is located in Bartow, Florida, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Supplier with experience in school or institutional food service consumables
Capable of sourcing and delivering multiple types of food-safe bags
Familiarity with government procurement processes
Ability to service clients in Florida, particularly Polk County

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