K12 Specification Guide

CONTENTS

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INTRODUCTION: WHO IS USFA & PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW

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WRITING FOOD SPECIFICATIONS FOR SCHOOL FOODSERVICE

What is Included in a Specification?

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Specification Template

How are Food Specifications Used?

Examples & Resources

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USFA STANDARDS

Antibiotic-Free (ABF) Chicken Standard Responsible Antibiotic Use Turkey Standard Boost the Roost, NAE Chicken Pilot by USFA Ingredient Guide & Quick Reference

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SAMPLE SPECIFICATIONS

Compostable 5 Compartment Plate Sample Bid Sheet for “LOCAL” Apples

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Beef Burger Beef Crumbles

Chicken Breast Patty, Breaded Chicken Breast Tender, Breaded Chicken Breast Chunk, Breaded Chicken Drumstick, Unbreaded Cereal, Single Serve 1 oz Cereal, Single Serve 2 oz French Toast Stick with Egg French Toast Stick, Baked or Grilled Pizza, Cheese 16 Inch Round Pizza, Pepperoni 16 Inch Round Pizza, French Bread, Cheese

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Turkey Breast, Sliced Turkey Ham, Sliced Turkey Crumbles

Turkey Frank

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RESOURCES

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K-12 SPECIFICATION GUIDE

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