Quotations for food and cafeteria specifications are being solicited for 2026-2027.

Notice to Vendors:  Food and Cafeteria Specifications for Quotations Available   The Ohio Schools Council (OSC), representing more than three hundred (300) school districts across Northern Ohio, is soliciting quotations for the period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. Specifications are now available for the following product categories:  Bakery Products Cafeteria Packaging and Disposable Supply Products Ohio Farm to school and non-local produce, Value-added products made with at least 51% Ohio ingredients, and Ohio-produced "clean-label" products. Individually Wrapped Servings of Fresh Fruit and Vegetable for Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) Ice Cream and Novelties Products Milk and Dairy Products  Copies of the detailed bid specifications must be secured from the Ohio Schools Council, 6393 Oak Tree Blvd., Suite 377, Independence, OH 44131, by contacting Tami Perkins at tperkins@osconline.org.  Vendors wishing to submit quotations must do so electronically via email to krocco@osconline.org AND via hard copy by Monday, March 30, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. EST.  The Cooperative Purchasing Program of the OSC is a voluntary organization of school districts, municipalities, and other non-profit organizations. The Farm to School and Non-Local Produce category specifically includes members of the OSC, Stark Schools Council of Governments (SCSCOG), and Ohio Mid-Eastern Regional Education Service Agency (OME-RESA). The Council functions under its own stated procedures and general conditions for securing competitive quotations.  The Ohio Schools Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Bidders agree that in the performance of work under this contract, they shall not discriminate by reason of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, national origin, disability, or age.  All bidders must comply with Ohio Revised Code Section 153.59 and all applicable federal non-discrimination laws. The Ohio Schools Council encourages the participation of Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) and Female Business Enterprises (FBEs). For contracts involving federal funds, bidders must also comply with the USDA non-discrimination statement requirements.   William J. Zelei,  Executive Director  p.d.2/27/26- 0011074647