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K-12 School Foodservice Definitions
Food Item A specific food offered within the five meal components: fluid milk, fruits, vegetables, grains, & meats/meat alternates. Example: a hamburger patty on a bun is one food item with two of the five meal components (meats/meat alternates & grains). Food Service Subject Matter Expert A professional with advanced knowledge in the procurement of food and food service. (Ex. School food service director, food procurement specialist) Forecast The process of estimating future quantity needs for procurement. It requires in- depth knowledge of upcoming menus and projecting the number of servings needed for every purchase period, including special meal events planned each school year. Forecasting is an essential element of effective food service purchasing. Global Data Synchronization Network (GDSN) An internet-based network that enables trading partners to exchange product- identification data in a standardized way in real time. Global Trade Identification Number (GTIN) Number unique to each product used by GDSN to make detailed information available in real-time. Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) An entity formed to leverage the purchasing power of many businesses to obtain better pricing for its member businesses. This service must be procured with a competitive procurement process.
Ingredients of Concern School food leaders and manufacturers committed to improving the overall quality, nutritional value, and safety of food provided to all students have identified unwanted ingredients to eliminate, and those to watch out for as new food products are developed and others are modified. The guide is updated annually and available on participating organization websites urbanschoolfoodalliance.org and ingredientguide.org . Inventory Management Tracking inventory in district and USDA Foods inventory at the distributor and manufacturer. Invitation for Bid (IFB) A type of solicitation document used in sealed competitive bidding in which the primary consideration is cost; the expectation is that competitive bids will be received and an acceptance (award) will be made to the responsive and responsible vendor/bidder whose bid is the lowest price. An IFB is a formal method of procurement that uses sealed bidding and results in a fixed price contract with or without adjustment factors. The IFB must be publicly advertised; and bids shall be solicited from an adequate number of known suppliers, providing them with sufficient time to respond prior to the date set for opening bids. Also, the IFB should describe the minimum standards expected of a responsible vendor/bidder in measurable terms.
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