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COMMODITY PROCESSING PROPOSALDENTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Table of Contents

Section 1.0 General Specifications

Section 2.0 Full Substitution Program/Standard Yield

Section 3.0 Clean Air and Water Act of 1970

Section 4.0 Certification Regarding Lobbying

Section 5.0 Instructions for Completion of SF-LLL, Disclosure of Lobbying Activities

Section 6.0 Signature Page

Section 7.0 Beef Products

Section 8.0 Cheddar Cheese Products

Section 9.0 Chicken Products

Section 10.0 Mozzarella Cheese Products

Section 11.0 Turkey Products

Section 12.0 Potato Products

Section 13.0 Strawberry Products

Section 14.0 Apricot Products

Section 15.0 Sweet Potato Products

Section 16.0 Submission Form for Commodity Products

Section 17.0 Felony Conviction Notification

Section 18.0 Debarment and Suspension Certification

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Request for Proposals

The Denton Independent School District is requesting sealed proposals for Commodity Processing of USDA Commodity Beef, Chicken, Cheddar Cheese, Mozzarella Cheese, Turkey, Potatoes, and Fruit. Product specifications and submission forms can be obtained from the Purchasing Department at 1213 N. Locust St. Denton Texas 76201 or online at www.dentonisd.org on the Purchasing Department or the Child Nutrition Department pages.

Mark on your sealed proposal “CSP ______ - Not to be opened until after 2:00 p.m., Thursday, January 17, 2013.” Address your sealed proposal to Alyce Hamman, Purchasing Buyer, Denton ISD, 1213 N. Locust Street, Denton, Texas 76201. Proposals will not be opened at the receiving time. Proposals will be reviewed and results will be made public once the review and ranking are completed. No proposals received after the opening time will be accepted.

This proposal requests firm pricing for the processing of commodity foods for school year 2013-14, or from July 1, 2013 through June 30, 2014. Prices are to be firm through this contract period in the event that additional truckloads become available for processing.

The district intends to award the contract to one or more vendors as is in the best interest of the district.

Proposals will be evaluated pursuant to Texas Education Code Chapter 41 requirements. The District reserves the right to accept or reject any and/or all proposals and to waive any technicalities, and to be the sole judge of quality and equality. The District also reserves the right to award the proposal to the vendor who submits the best overall proposal. In addition, the District reserves the right to be the sole judge of the definition of best overall proposal.

Questions will be answered through e-mail. Contact Alyce Hamman, Purchasing Buyer at [email protected] or Robin Wantland, Director of Child Nutrition at [email protected]

Faxed and emailed proposals will not be accepted.

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Commodity Processing Proposal for USDA Commodity Beef, Chicken, Cheddar Cheese, Mozzarella Cheese, Turkey, Potatoes, Strawberry, Apricot, and Sweet Potato Products.

Section 1.0 General Specifications:

1.1 Participants: Denton Independent School District. This proposal includes the quantity and shipping estimates for the Denton Independent School District.

1.2 Scope: This proposal requests firm pricing for the processing of commodity food products.

1.3 Contract Period: The contract period is school year 2013-2014. Contract prices are to be firm through contract period, July 1, 2013 through June 30, 2014, in the event that additional truckloads become available for processing.

1.4 Brands: Brand names must be listed on the items being proposed. Whenever an article or material is defined by describing a proprietary product or by using the name of a manufacturer or brand name, the term “or equal” if not inserted, shall be implied. The specified product will indicate type, function, minimum standard, efficiency and quality desired and will not exclude other manufactured products of comparable quality, design and efficiency. Brand of equal quality or type are acceptable. Specifications received from vendors that are different from the original requirements must meet or exceed original proposal specifications to be considered as equivalent. The Denton ISD will be the sole judge to determine if products quoted/tested are equal.

1.5 USDA Commodities: – 100154 Frozen and 100155 Fresh Ground Beef, 100103 Chicken, 100124 Turkey, 100506 Potatoes, 110244 Mozzarella Cheese, 110242 Cheddar Cheese, 100254 Strawberries, 100260 Apricots, and 100980 Sweet Potatoes may be utilized. Commodity trucks will be diverted to the approved processor if and when USDA completes purchase and allocation to the school district.

1.6 Quantities: Quantities given herein are estimates, but Denton ISD reserves the right to increase or decrease quantities. Actual quantities of USDA donated food to be processed will be available by March 2013. The current availability of commodities will help determine the types and quantities of food items to be purchased.

1.7 Net Off Invoice (NOI): This is the preferred method of invoicing. Preference will be given to processors who offer net off invoice. The invoice discount shall be equal to the value of the commodity listed on the November 15, 2012 pricing index or other state-approved method for determining the value of the USDA commodities. Manufacturers are requested to provide their costs to the distributor for NOI items at the time the proposal is offered.

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1.8 Vendors: Denton ISD, through the Prospering Pals purchasing cooperative, currently has a commercial contract with Sysco/North Texas. Vendors offering net off invoice will need to have a current working relationship with this distributor as well as other large food service distributors in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

1.9 Full Substitution/Standard Yields: Preference is given to manufacturers who can offer USDA Full Substitution and Standard Yields Programs.

1.10 Guaranteed Yield: Vendors who do not have Full Substitution or Standard Yields Programs shall guarantee a yield of finished product. It is understood that the actual yield of finished product may be greater than the guaranteed yield. If the actual yield is less than guaranteed yield; vendor will reimburse the specific school district for the excess product used, using the USDA established price.

1.11 Product Documentation: A copy of Child Nutrition (CN) labels, product analysis sheets, nutrition facts labels, and ingredient statements must be submitted with the proposal for each item offered for processing.

1.12 Product substitutions: Specifications for each product category are listed in this proposal. The Denton ISD reserves the right to make final decisions on comparable items as equals. Items delivered must be the exact brand and model as tested and awarded.

1.13 Packaging: All material must be delivered in manufacturer’s original sealed container. Label & labeling shall conform to all federal regulatory requirements for good intrastate and interstate commerce, and containers shall meet DOT requirements.

1.14 End Product Data Schedules (EPDS): Please attach current and signed End Product Data Schedules to your proposal.

1.15 Quality Control: Processed food products are expected to be handled under the highest standards of quality control. Graders are expected to supervise the entire processing process to maintain proper accountability and integrity of the donated food during processing and provide certification to the state agency that end products have been prepared from the specified donated commodity. In the event that end products are found to be contaminated, arrangements for credit will be made with the manufacturer or the state agency, as appropriate. Denton ISD has the right to terminate its contract with the processor if the contamination is due to a lack of quality control at the processing plant.

1.16 Monthly Usages: Preference is given to manufacturers who provide commodity usage information and management tools through K-12 Foodservice or Processor Link.

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1.17 Product Mix: The District reserves the right to change the mix of products it uses as new products become available or student preferences change.

1.18 Termination of Contract: The manufacturer shall be given a grace period of thirty (30) working days to remedy any violation of the proposal. After that, the contract can be terminated with written notice by either party.

1.19 Extensions: Upon satisfactory performance and mutual agreement, this contract may be extended from the initial (2013-2014) school year contract to include one additional year for a total of two (2) years if all parties involved agree on pricing, product and service.

1.20 Certifications: Please complete the Felony Conviction Notice, Suspension and Debarment Certificate, Clean Air and Water Act of 1970, the Certification Regarding Lobbying and the Disclosure of Lobbying Activities forms that are attached.

1.21 Approval for Processing: Vendor must have approved contract for processing with the State of Texas for USDA commodities. Commodities shall be processed in accordance with the contract. It is the vendor’s responsibility to ensure that products proposed meet all specifications, e.g. USDA grade standards. Food products processed in other countries are not acceptable.

1.22 Method of Awarding: This proposal will be awarded by commodity product category on an “all or none” basis or in the best interest of the District by item. Vendors may propose either one commodity product category or several categories.

1.23 New Products: There is a section to note new products that are available and future products as they become available.

1.24 Buy American Provision: The Denton ISD is required by law to use Child Nutrition funds to buy domestic commodity food products for reimbursable meals served in the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program.

1.25 Contact: All questions should be directed to either: Alyce Hamman, Denton ISD Purchasing Buyer (940-369-0582) [email protected] , or Robin Wantland, Denton ISD Child Nutrition Director (940-369-0272) [email protected].

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1.26 Discrimination: “In accordance with Federal Law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.” To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call toll free (866) 632-9992 (Voice). Individuals who are hearing impaired or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339; or (800) 845-6136 (Spanish). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.”

It is the policy of the District to purchase based on factors other than price alone. Quality, availability, suitability to purpose, and vendor’s services are contributing factors. The District reserves the right to accept or reject any proposals, to waive technicalities, and to be the sole judge of quality and equality. Proposal awards shall be based on, but not necessarily limited to, the following criteria: price, taste, availability, quality, previous performance, experience, skill, ability, business judgment, financial capacity, integrity, honesty, reference / reputation, promptness, estimated time of delivery/completion, results of testing samples, evaluation of exceptions, responsiveness to proposal, special needs of each entity, vendor’s follow-up of problems once notified, and any other relevant factors that a private business entity would consider.

References: Please attach a list of references.

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Section 2.0 Full Substitution Program/Standard Yield / Total Replacement Programs

1. Do you have or have you applied for USDA’s Full Substitution Program? _____yes ______no

2. If you have applied, when do you expect approval? _________________________________________________________

3. Do you have or have you applied for USDA’s Standard Yields Program? ____yes _____no

4. If you have applied, when do you expect approval? ___________________________________________________

5. Do you have a Total Replacement Program? yes no

6. If you do not have these programs do you have the ability to produce products as needed and ship to distributor? ______yes ______no

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Samples:

1. Samples needed for a proposal to be evaluated properly will be delivered within five (5) working days from the time the vendor is notified by the Child Nutrition Department. If the District is currently processing the item, then the supplier may not need to submit samples. However, samples may be requested, before the award, from current suppliers if deemed necessary for product evaluation.

2. The amount of a sample to submit is one unopened case with the manufacturer’s label intact containing the product name, brand and the item code imprinted by the factory.

3. Samples will be submitted at no cost to the district.

4. Failure to submit requested samples of items may disqualify the proposal.

5. Samples should be delivered to the Denton ISD Child Nutrition Department; 230 North Mayhill Road; Denton, TX 76208. All samples must be clearly marked with the following information: manufacturer’s name, item number and item name.

6. Sample items from the selected manufacturer may be retained to determine that the quality and workmanship of the delivered items are comparable to the sample.

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Section 3.0 Clean Air and Water Act of 1970

I, the vendor, am in compliance will all applicable standards, orders or regulations issued pursuant to the Clean Air Act of 1970, as amended (42 U.S.C. 1857th(h)), section 508 of the Clean Water Act, as amended (33 U.S.C. 1368), Executive Order 1178389 and Environmental Protection Agency Regulation, 40 CFR Part 15 as required under OMB Circular A-102, Attachment O, Paragraph 14 (1) regarding reporting violations to the grantor agency and to the United States Environment Protection Agency Assistant Administrator for the Enforcement.

Signature Date

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Section 4.0 Certification Regarding Lobbying

Applicable to Grants, Sub grants, Cooperative Agreements, and Contracts Exceeding $100,000in Federal Funds.

Submission of this certification is a prerequisite for making or entering into this transaction and is imposed by section 1352, Title 31, U.S.Code. This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was made or entered into. Any person who fails to file the required certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such failure.

The undersigned certifies, to the best of his or her knowledge and belief, that:

(1) No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid by or on behalf of the under-signed, to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of congress, or an employee of a Memberof Congress in connection with the awarding of a Federal contract, the making of a Federal grant, the making of a Federal loan, the entering into a cooperative agreement, and the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of a Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement.

(2) If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this Federal grant or cooperative agreement, the undersigned shall complete and submit Standard Form-LLL, “disclosure Form to Report Lobbying,” in accordance with its instructions.

(3) The undersigned shall require that the language of this certification be included in the award documents for all covered sub awards exceeding $100,000 in Federal funds at all appropriate tiers and that all sub recipients shall certify and disclose accordingly.

Name/Address of Organization

Name/Title of Submitting Official

Signature Date

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Section 5.0 Instructions for Completion of SF-LLL, Disclosure of Lobbying Activities

This disclosure form shall be completed by the reporting entity, whether sub awardee or prime Federal recipient, at the initiation or receipt of a covered Federal action, or a material change to a previous filing, pursuant to title 31 U.S.C. section 1352. The filing of a form is required for each payment or agreement to make payment to any lobbying entity for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with a covered Federal action. Use the SF-LLL-A Continuation Sheet for additional information if the space on the form is inadequate. Complete all items that apply for both the initial filing and material change report. Refer to the implementing guidance published by the Office of Management and Budget for additional information.

1. Identify the type of covered Federal action for which lobbying activity is and/or has been secured to influence the outcome of a covered Federal Action.

2. Identify the status of the covered Federal Action.

3. Identify the appropriate classification of this report. If this is a follow-up report caused by a material change to the information previously reported, enter the year and quarter in which the change occurred. Enter the date of the last previously submitted report by this reporting entity for this covered Federal Action.

4. Enter the full name, address, city, state and zip code of the reporting entity. Include Congressional District, if known. Check the appropriate classification of the reporting entity that designates if it is, or expects to be, a prime or sub award recipient. Identify the tier of the sub awardee, e.g., the first sub awardee of the prime is the 1st tier. Sub awards include but are not limited to subcontracts, sub grants, and contract awards under grants.

5. If the organization filing the report in item 4 checks “Sub awardee,” then enter the full name, address, city, state and zip code of the prime Federal recipient. Include Congressional District, if known.

6. Enter the name of the Federal Agency making the award or loan commitment. Include at least one organizational level below agency name, if known. For example, Department of Transportation, United States Coast Guard.

7. Enter the Federal program name or description for the covered Federal action (item 1). If known, enter the full Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) number for grants, cooperative agreements, loans, and loan commitments.

8. Enter the most appropriate Federal identifying number available for the Federal action identified in item 1 (e.g., Request for Proposal (RFP) number; Invitation for Bid (IFB) number; grant announcement number; the contract, grant, or loan award number; the application proposal control number assigned by the Federal agency). Include prefixes,e.g.,“RFP-DE-90-001.”

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9. For a covered Federal action where there has been an award or loan commitment by the Federal agency, enter the Federal amount of the award/loan commitment for the prime entity identified in item 4 or 5.

10. (a)Enter the full name, address, city, state and zip code of the lobbying entity engaged by the reporting entity identified in item 4 to influence the covered Federal action.(b)Enter the full names of the individual(s) performing services, and include full address if different from 10 (a). Enter Last Name, First, Name, and Middle Initial (MI).

11. Enter the amount of compensation paid or reasonably expected to be paid by the reporting entity (item 4) to the lobbying entity (item 10).Indicate whether the payment has been made (actual) or will be made (planned). Check all boxes that apply. If this is a material change report, enter the cumulative amount of payment made or planned to be made.

12. Check the appropriate box(es). Check all boxes that apply. If payment is made through an in-kind contribution, specify the nature and value of the in-kind payment.

13. Check the appropriate box(es). Check all boxes that apply. If other, specify nature.

14. Provide a specific and detailed description of the services that the lobbyist has performed, or will be expected to perform, and the date(s) of any services rendered. Include all preparatory and related activity, not just time spent in actual contact with Federal officials. Identify the Federal official(s) or employee(s) contacted or officer(s), employee(s), or Member(s) of Congress that were contacted.

15. Check whether or not a SF-LLL-A Continuation Sheet(s) is attached.

16. The certifying official shall sign and date the form; print his/her name, title, and telephone number.

Public reporting burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 30 minutes per response, including time for reviewing instructions, searching existing data sources, gathering and maintaining the data needed, and completing and reviewing the collection of information. Send comments regarding the burden estimate or any other aspect of this collection of information, including suggestions for reducing this burden, to the Office of Management and Budget, Paperwork Reduction Project (0348-0046), Washington, D.C.20503.

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Section 6.0 COMMODITY PROCESSING SIGNATURE PAGE

We, the undersigned, propose to enter into a contract with the Denton Independent School District to furnish commodity processing services in accordance with the specifications.

We have carefully reviewed and understand the “Specifications”.

Submitted By:

Company Name: ___________________________________________

Representative Name Printed: ________________________________

Representative Name Signature: ______________________________

Date: _____________________________________________________

E-mail Address: ____________________________________________

Telephone Number: ________________________________________

Telephone Number: _______________________________________

(Questions Concerning Proposal)

Fax Number: _______________________________________________

Submittal Checklist:

___References ___Mozzarella Cheese Products Proposal

___Full Substitution Program/Standard Yield ___Turkey Products Proposal

___Clean Air and Water Act of 1970 ___Potato Products Proposal

___Certification Regarding Lobbying ___Fruit Products Proposal

___Signature Page ___Sweet Potato Products Proposal

___Suspension Debarment Certificate ___Felony Conviction Form

___Beef Products Proposal ___Additional Products Proposal

___Cheddar Cheese Products Proposal ___HUB certification verification

___Chicken Products Proposal ___Conflict of Interest Form

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Section 7.0(a) Beef Products - (USDA Frozen Ground Beef 100154)

This category will be awarded on an “all or none” or the best interest of the District by item.

Projected truckloads for processing: 1 Truck

Additional Beef Products Available at this Time:Open to additional beef products that may be processed with USDA 100154 frozen ground beef available at this time.

Please see attached submission form at the end of this document.

1. Country Fried Breaded Beef Patties – Stick ShapedBreaded beef patty fingers, fully cooked, IQF with VPP, minimum 0.9 oz each, oven ready, may contain soy flour or isolates. No more than 20 gm of fat per 2 oz M/MA serving. CN label to reflect 4 fingers provide at minimum of 2oz meat/meat alternate and 1 bread/grain alternate for the USDA Child Nutrition Program.

2. Spaghetti Sauce with MeatFully-cooked, frozen, boil-in-bag, seasoned spaghetti sauce with meat; meat not to exceed 20% fat; may contain soy protein product. CN label to reflect that one portion provides a minimum of 2oz meat/meat alternate for the USDA Child Nutrition Program.

Section 7.0(b) Beef Products - (USDA Fresh Ground Beef 100155)


Additional Beef Products Available at this Time:Open to additional beef products that may be processed with USDA 100155 fresh ground beef available at this time.


1. Beef PattyFully-cooked, frozen beef patty with a handmade appearance; seasoned; beef should not exceed 20% fat; no fillers allowed. CN label to reflect that one 2oz portion of fully cooked charbroiled beef patty provides 2oz meat/meat alternate for the USDA Child Nutrition Program.

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Section 8.0 Cheese Products – (USDA Natural Cheddar 110242)

This category will be awarded on “all or none” basis or in the best interest of the District by item.

Projected truckloads for processing:

1 Truck

Additional Cheese Products Available at this Time:Open to additional cheese products that may be processed with USDA 110242 Barrel Cheddar Cheese available at this time.


1. Reduced Sodium, Reduced Fat American Cheese SlicesProduct not to exceed 4gm of fat per ounce; product not to exceed 350 mg sodium per ounce; refrigerated; CN label to reflect that two, half-ounce slices equal 1oz meat/meat alternate for the USDA Child Nutrition Program.

2. Shredded Reduced Fat American CheeseProduct not to exceed 5gm of fat per ounce; refrigerated; CN label to reflect that 1oz reduced fat shredded American cheese provides 1oz meat/meat alternate for the USDA Child Nutrition Program.

3. Reduced Fat Mild Cheddar Cheese Portions1oz portions are individually wrapped; not to exceed 7gm of fat per portion; refrigerated; CN label to reflect that 1oz portion provides 1oz meat/meat alternate for the USDA Child Nutrition Program.

4. Light Mozzarella String Cheese 1oz portions are individually wrapped; not to exceed 2.5gm of fat per portion; refrigerated; CN label to reflect that 1oz portion provides 1oz meat/meat alternate for the USDA Child Nutrition Program.

5. Cheddar Cheese Sauce PouchReady to heat and use; 6-106oz pouches per case; dry storage; CN labeled to reflect that 3oz sauce provides 1oz meat/meat alternate for the USDA Child Nutrition Program.

6. Cheddar Cheese Sauce Cup Individually packaged and ready to eat; dry storage; CN labeled to reflect that each 3oz cup provides 1oz meat/meat alternate for the USDA Child Nutrition Program.

7. Reduced Fat Macaroni & CheeseFully prepared; boil-in-bag preparation; 6-5lb bags per case; not to exceed 11gm of fat per serving; CN labeled to reflect that a 6oz serving provides 2oz meat/meat alternate and 1oz grain/bread alternate for the USDA Child Nutrition Program.

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Section 9.0 Chicken Products – (USDA Chicken 100103)

This category will be awarded on an “all or none” basis or in the best interest of the District by item.

Projected truckload for processing:4 Trucks

Additional Chicken Products Available at this Time:Open to additional chicken products that may be processed with USDA 100103 chicken available at this time. Please see attached submission form at the end of this document.

1. Breaded Chicken NuggetsChicken nuggets, whole grain breading, fully cooked, oven ready, IQF, natural portion chopped and formed white/dark meat nugget. Product may contain VPP. Nuggets should weigh approximately 0.78 oz each. CN label to reflect that 5 nuggets provide a minimum of 2oz meat/meat alternate and 1 grain for the USDA Child Nutrition Program.

2. Breaded Chicken Tenders Fully cooked, whole grain breading, crispy tender shaped, oven ready, IQF, natural portion chopped and formed, white/dark meat. May contain whole dry egg and soy isolates. Tenders should weigh approximately 1.13 oz each. CN label to reflect that 3 tenders provide a minimum of 2oz meat/meat alternate and 1 grain for the USDA Child Nutrition Program.

3. Breaded Chicken Patties Fully cooked, chicken patties, whole grain breading, oven ready; patties should weigh approximately 3.62 oz each, IQF, natural portion white/dark meat. May contain whole dry egg and soy isolates. Patties should be oval/round 3-½ -4 inch diameter. CN label to reflect that a single patty provides a minimum of 2oz meat/meat alternate and 1 grain for the USDA Child Nutrition Program.

4. Breaded Popcorn Chicken FrittersFully cooked, chicken fritter bites, whole grain breading, frozen, chopped and formed, oven ready, IQF, natural portion white/dark meat bites. May contain whole dry egg and soy isolates. CN label to reflect that a 3.85oz portion provides a minimum of 2oz meat/meat alternate and 1.25 grain for the USDA Child Nutrition Program.

5. Breaded Chicken Patty, Hot and SpicyFully-cooked, oven ready, spicy chicken patty, whole grain breading, frozen, IQF. May contain whole dried egg and soy isolates. CN label to reflect that a single patty provides a minimum of 2 oz meat/meat alternate and .75 grain for the USDA Child Nutrition Program.

6. Breaded Chicken PattyFully cooked, oven ready, chicken patty, mild seasonings, whole grain breading, frozen, IQF; may contain isolated soybean protein; CN label to reflect that a single patty provides a minimum of 1oz meat/meat alternate and .25 grain for the USDA Child Nutrition Program.

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Section 10.0 Pizza Products - (USDA Mozzarella Cheese 110244)

This category will be awarded on an “all or none” or in the best interest of the District by item. Commodity processing fees for pizza products with diverted mozzarella cheese from USDA.


Additional Pizza Products Available at this Time:Open to additional pizza products that may be processed with USDA 110244 Mozzarella Cheese available at this time.


1. Whole Grain Pizzeria-style Pepperoni PizzaPar-baked, IQF, wedge-shaped pizza with full melt cheese; topping to consist of 100% low moisture, part-skim mozzarella cheese; crust to consist of 51% or more whole grains; sauce not allowed to contain sugar or high fructose corn syrup; pizza wedge should weigh at least 5.0oz and provide a minimum of 350 calories with no more than 18 grams of fat, 8g of saturated fat, and 0 grams of trans fat; product must also contain at least 3 grams of fiber and no more than 700 mg of sodium; CN label to reflect that each serving provides a minimum of 2oz meat/meat alternate and 2 grains for the USDA Child Nutrition Program.

2. Whole Grain Sausage Breakfast PizzaSausage & cheese breakfast pizza; 3x5 inch portion; frozen; crust must consist of 51% or more whole grains; single serving must provide a minimum of 200 calories with no more than 9 grams of fat, 4 grams of saturated fat, and 0 grams of trans fat; CN label to reflect that each serving provides a minimum of 1oz meat/meat alternate and 1.5 grains for the USDA Child Nutrition Program.

3. Whole Grain Cheese BreadstickPar-baked pizza stick filled with 100% low moisture part skim mozzarella shredded cheese; frozen, single breadstick to provide a minimum of 210 calories with no more than 7 grams of fat, 2.5 grams of saturated fat, and 0 grams of trans fat; product must also contain at least 3 grams of fiber and no more than 350 mg of sodium; bread portion must consist of 51% or more whole grains; CN label to reflect that one 3.00oz breadstick provides a minimum of 1oz meat/meat alternate and 2 grains for the USDA Child Nutrition Program.

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Section 11.0 Turkey – (USDA Turkey 100124)



1 Truck

Additional Turkey Products Available at this Time:

Open to additional turkey products that may be processed with USDA commodity 100124 turkey available at this time.


1. Turkey Sausage Patty, Pre-CookedTurkey sausage patty, IQF and layer packed; each pre-cooked patty to weigh approximately 1oz; CN label to reflect that one serving provides 1oz meat/meat alternate for the USDA Child Nutrition Program.

2. Turkey HamTurkey ham, fully-cooked, pre-sliced in .5 oz slices, frozen; ready to serve hot or cold; CN label to reflect that a 3.2oz portion (6.4 slices) provides 2oz meat/meat alternate for USDA Child Nutrition Program.

3. Oven Roasted Turkey BreastTurkey breast with white turkey; oven roasted, frozen, pre-sliced in .5oz round slices, made from turkey breast, white turkey, and turkey broth; ready to eat; CN label to reflect that one portion (approx. 3.5 oz) provides 2oz cooked lean meat/meat alternate for USDA Child Nutrition Program.

4. Turkey ChiliFully-cooked chili; ground turkey with mild chili seasoning; no beans; frozen, boil-in-bag preparation; no fillers; contains both dark and white turkey; CN label to reflect that one portion (app. 4.3oz) provides 2oz cooked lean meat/meat alternate for USDA Child Nutrition Program.

5. Turkey Breast Steak

Turkey breast with turkey broth; frozen, fully cooked; utilizes white meat; pre-sliced in 3.1oz slices; CN label to reflect that a 3.1oz portion provides 2oz meat/meat alternate for the USDA Child Nutrition Program.

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6. Turkey Combo Pack

Turkey bologna, salami, and ham; pre-sliced in .5oz slices; utilizes dark meat; frozen, fully cooked; CN label to reflect that a 3.18oz serving of Ham, a 3.1oz serving of Salami, and a 2.0oz serving of Bologna contain 2oz meat/meat alternate for the USDA Child Nutrition Program.

7. Turkey Sloppy Joe Meat

Ground turkey with seasonings and sauce; no fillers; frozen, fully cooked; ready to use; boil in bag preparation; utilizes white and dark meat; CN label to reflect that a 4.82oz portion provides 2oz meat/meat alternate for the USDA Child Nutrition Program.

8. Turkey Sausage Link

Turkey link with seasonings; frozen, fully cooked; heat and serve preparation; approximately 1.6oz each; utilizes dark meat; CN label to reflect that a 1.6oz portion contains 1oz meat/meat alternate for the USDA Child Nutrition Program.

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Section 12.0 (USDA Potatoes 100506)



8 Trucks

Additional Potato Products Available at this Time:

Open to additional potato products that may be processed with USDA commodity 100506 Frozen Potatoes available at this time.


1. Potatoes, Cylinder-Shaped NuggetsCylinder-shaped potato nuggets; processed in vegetable oil; frozen; no binders or fillers; able to bake in oven; zero grams of trans fat; one 3oz serving to provide ½ cup cooked vegetable for the USDA Child Nutrition Program.

2. Potatoes, Shoestring French Fry¼” x ¼” straight cut potato; premium, extra long fancy fry; translucent coating; frozen, able to bake in oven in short time; extended hold time; golden in color; zero grams of trans fat; one 3oz serving to provide ½ cup cooked vegetable for the USDA Child Nutrition Program.

3. Potatoes, Wedge 10 CutThick, 10-cut wedge potato; 20-70 wedges per pound; processed in vegetable oil; frozen; able to bake in oven; zero grams of trans fat; one 3oz serving to provide ½ cup cooked vegetable for the USDA Child Nutrition Program.

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Section 13.0 (USDA Frozen Strawberries 100254)



1 Truck

Additional Frozen Strawberry Products Available at this Time:

Open to additional products that may be processed with USDA commodity 100254 Frozen Strawberries available at this time.


1. Strawberry Fruit CupPortion controlled frozen fruit cup; sweetened with sugar; strawberries to be first ingredient; CN equivalent of ½ cup serving of fruit; individually wrapped; thaw and serve preparation; must contain at least 50 mg of Vitamin C per cup

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Section 14.0 (USDA Frozen Apricots 100260)This category will be awarded on an “all or none” basis or in the best interest of the District by item.


1 Truck

Additional Frozen Apricot Products Available at this Time:

Open to additional products that may be processed with USDA commodity 100260 Frozen Apricots available at this time.


1. Apricot Fruit CupPortion controlled frozen fruit cup; sweetened with sugar; apricots to be first ingredient; CN equivalent of ½ cup serving of fruit; individually wrapped; thaw and serve preparation; must contain at least 450 mg of Vitamin C per cup

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Section 15.0 (USDA Frozen Sweet Potatoes 100980)



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Additional Pineapple Products Available at this Time:

Open to additional products that may be processed with USDA commodity 100980 Frozen Sweet Potatoes available at this time.


1. Long Fancy – Seasoned Sweet Potato FriesSweet potatoes cut in crinkle-style shape; coated with spicy seasoning; bakeable; one 2.1oz serving provides ¼ cup of cooked vegetable for the USDA Child Nutrition Program.

2. Oven Roasted – Diced Sweet PotatoesSweet potatoes cut in one-inch, tri-cut dices; does not contain any oil or seasonings; bakeable; one 3.3oz serving provides ½ cup of cooked vegetable for the USDA Child Nutrition Program.

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Section 16.0 Submission Form for Commodity Products

Manufacturer's Name

Product NameProduct Code

Commodity Code

Serving Size

Servings Per Case

Case Weight

Pounds of Donated Food/Case

Commodity Value/Pound (11/15/2012)

Value of Donated Food/CaseFee for Service to Process (Per Case)(less distributor fees and mark-ups)

CN Label included, if appropriate? Yes No

Nutrition Facts Label Included? Yes No

Summary End Product Data Schedule Included? Yes No

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Section 17.0 FELONY CONVICTION NOTIFICATION

State of Texas Legislative Senate Bill No. 9, Section 44.034 of Texas Education Code, Notification of Criminal History, Subsection (a), states, “a person or business entity that enters into a contract with a school district must give advance notice to the District if the person or owner or operator of the business entity has been convicted of a felony.” The notice must include a general description of the conduct resulting in the conviction of a felony.

Subsection (b) states, “a school district may terminate a contract with a person or business entity if the district determines that the person or business entity failed to give notice as required by Subsection (a) or misrepresented the conduct resulting in the conviction.” The district must compensate the person or business entity for services performed before the termination of the contract.

CRIMINAL HISTORY REVIEW OF CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEES

Texas Education Agency Amendment to 19 TAC 153.1101 and new rule 19 TAC 153.117 regarding criminal history checks of contractor employees provide the school district with rules interpreting Texas Education Code §22.0834. The rules define continuing contract duties, direct contact with students and other relevant terms within the statute.

Except as otherwise provided herein, Contractor will obtain and certify in writing, before work begins, and at least annually, a national criminal history record, which includes fingerprinting, information that relates to an employee, applicant, agent or Subcontractor of the Contractor or a Subcontractor, if the person has or will have continuing duties related to the Project, and the duties are or will be performed on Owner’s property where students are regularly present or at another location where students are regularly present. Contractor shall assume all expenses associated with the national background checks and fingerprinting and shall immediately remove any employee or agent who was convicted of, received probation for, or received deferred adjudication for any felony as outlined below or any misdemeanor involving moral turpitude, from Owner’s property or other location where students are regularly present. Owner shall determine what constitutes “moral turpitude” or “a location where students are regularly present.”

Contractor or sub-contractors may not work on District property where students are present when they have been convicted, received probation or deferred adjudication for the following felony offenses:

1. Any offense against a person who was, at the time the offense occurred, under 18 years of age or enrolled at a public school;

2. Any sex offense;3. Any crimes against persons involving:

a. Controlled substances; orb. Property; or

4. Any other offense the District believes might compromise the safety of students, Staff or property.Please complete the information below:

I, the undersigned agent for the firm named below, certify that the information concerning notification of felony convictions and criminal history checks for the company employees, agents, or subcontractors that will be on LISD campuses have been reviewed by me and the following information furnished is true to the best of my knowledge.

Vendor’s Name:

Authorized Company Official’s Name (please print or type):

A. My firm is not owned nor operated by anyone who has been convicted of a felony.

Signature of Company Official: Date:

B. My firm is owned or operated by the following individual(s) who has/have been convicted of a felony:

Name of Felon(s):

Details of Conviction(s): ________________________________________________________________________________

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Signature of Company Official: Date:

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Section 18.0 U.S. Department of Agriculture Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion— Lower Tier Covered Transactions This certification is required by the regulations implementing Executive Order 12549, Debarment and Suspension, 7 CFR Part 3017, Section 3017.510, Participants’ responsibilities. The regulations were published as Part IV of the January 30, 1989, Federal Register (pages 4722‐ 4733). Copies of the regulations may be obtained by contacting the Department of Agriculture agency with which this transaction originated. (Before completing certification, read attached instructions.)

(1) The prospective lower tier participant certifies, by submission of this proposal, that neither it nor its principals is presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment,

declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this transaction by any

Federal department or agency.

(2) Where the prospective lower tier participant is unable to certify to any of the statements in this certification, such prospective participant shall attach an explanation to this proposal.

Organization Name PR/Award Number or Project Name __________________________________________________________________________________ Name and Title of Authorized Representative

___________________________________________________________________________________ Signature Date

Instructions for Suspension/Debarment Certification Statement 1. By signing and dating the certification statement, the bidder certifies that ne

ither it nor any of its principals (e.g., key employees) has been proposed for debarment, debarred or suspended by a federal agency on the date signed.

2. The prospective bidder shall provide immediate written notice to the person to which this proposal is submitted if at any time the prospective bidder learns that it certification was erroneous when submitted or has become erroneous by reason of changed circum-stances.

3. Federal and State penalties exist for vendors and school food authorities (SF

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As) that knowingly enter into contracts with suspended/debarred persons.

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