Local Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Service

The Bartow County School System Nutrition Department in Cartersville, Georgia is seeking proposals for a local fresh fruit and vegetable service. The agency wants to source produce from local farms located within four hundred miles of the School Food Authority location to provide a variety of options on a month-to-month basis. To solve this sourcing need, the agency requires a vendor that can supply a list of different seasonal products available throughout the school year, along with anticipated monthly or seasonal availability. The scope of work covers the performance of the produce service offsite for a contract period of one year. Eligible bidders must be onshore entities located within the United States. The agency is looking for proposals to determine the budget and has not disclosed a specific funding amount. Bidders must submit all questions regarding this opportunity no later than June 3, 2026. The agency will evaluate proposals based on the ability to meet the local sourcing radius and seasonal product availability requirements.