Chemical Products

Background

Rochester Public Schools (RPS), Independent School District 535, is seeking qualified vendors to supply and deliver cleaning, sanitation, warewashing, and related chemical products for use in school nutrition kitchens and food service operations throughout the District for the 2026-2027 school year. This procurement is conducted in accordance with federal and state regulations, including 2 CFR Part 200 and 7 CFR Part 210.

Work Details

The vendor will provide chemical products that meet applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including NSF/USDA standards for food service environments. Products must perform satisfactorily in both soft and hard water conditions. The vendor is responsible for service and maintenance of vendor-owned equipment located within the District, including installation and replacement of chemical dispensing systems. A complete list of available chemicals, concentrations, and intended uses must be provided. On-site training for District staff is required, along with Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all chemical products. The vendor must maintain a 24/7 emergency contact number for assistance related to chemical spills or exposure incidents. Delivery requirements include providing chemicals in appropriate sealed containers without minimum order requirements or additional charges.

Period of Performance

The contract will be performed from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, with an option to extend for up to an additional twenty-four months based on satisfactory performance.

Place of Performance

Delivery will occur at various District sites including Longfellow Elementary starting July 20, 2026, and other district-wide schools starting August 24, 2026.

Bidder Requirements

Vendors must have been continuously operating for a minimum of three consecutive years prior to January 1, 2026. All quotes must include a pricing sheet, SDS for all products quoted, references from at least three similar contracts demonstrating capability to fulfill the contract, a signed Vendor Acknowledgment form, and a completed IRS Form W-9. Vendors are also required to comply with the Buy American provision (7 CFR 210.21) and must not be debarred or suspended from participation in federally funded programs.