1 General Information

1.1 Introduction and background

The purpose of this document is to provide interested parties with information to enable them to prepare and submit a bid for Petite Bananas. The District as represented by Food & Nutrition intends to use the results of this solicitation to award a contract for purchasing – Petite Bananas.

Approximately 25,500 students, about 60% of which are minority, are currently enrolled in the Madison Metropolitan School District (District), making it the second largest school district in the State of Wisconsin. The District employs 2,664 teachers, 141 administrators and 1,382 support personnel, plus 2,200 part time staff (including substitute teachers and summer recreation workers). The District includes 52 school buildings in a 72 square mile area that includes the City of Madison and all or parts of several surrounding municipalities, with 33 elementary schools (grades 4K through 5) 12 middle schools (grades 6 through 8) and 6 high schools, one of which is a small alternative high school (grades 9 through 12). Several of the schools at each level have been named National Schools of Excellence by the U.S. Department of Education. The District also operates early childhood programs and alternative programs for middle and high school students as well as maintaining additional sites such as the Administration Building, the Maintenance/Food Service Building, the Mansfield and Lussier Stadiums, and the Affiliated Alternatives.

Madison Metropolitan School District believes every school should be a thriving school that prepares each student to graduate from high school ready for college, career and community. We strive to ensure that students are on-track to graduate, that every student has access to a challenging and well-rounded education, and that students, families and employees experience a positive school and district climate. The District’s strategic framework recognizes the following priorities in working toward the realization of our vision: 1) Empower School Communities – We will empower principals along with school teams, providing them the resources, flexibility and integrated support necessary to collaboratively create strategies with students, staff and families that accelerate student progress; 2) Invest In People – We will commit to investing in and fully supporting our staff, with a focus on anti-racist, culturally responsive and inclusive teaching and powerfully aligned hiring, placement, induction, professional growth, coaching and evaluation practices; 3) Streamline Priorities – We will focus the work of the central office team on breaking down systemic barriers and filling gaps in access, services and resources; 4) Plan for the Future – We will think and plan long-term in partnership and collaboration with our students, families, staff and the larger Madison community.; and 5) Embrace Innovation – To address challenges without clear solutions, we will adopt new mindsets toward risk-taking and support people in bold, new and innovative work within the classroom and beyond.

(MMSD’s Strategic Framework can be found athttps://www.madison.k12.wi.us/about/mmsd-excellence-together/strategic-framework)

Because of the District’s sound financial management practices, Madison Metropolitan School District is one of only a few Wisconsin districts to have an “AA+ stable” bond rating.

1.2 Instructions to Bidders

1.2.1 Public Records & Confidentiality

Unless otherwise noted, names of all organizations submitting bids will be publicly available after the date and time specified as the deadline for submitting bids. Bid abstract will be open to public inspection after award(s).

1.2.2 Amendments & Revisions

Revisions to this request for bid, including due date, may be made by an official written amendment issued by Purchasing Services.

1.2.3 Submission Logistics

Correspondence and delivery envelopes/packages must reference the request for bid number.

All bids (ONE hardcopy original (identified as such) and ONE electronic version (memory stick) of all documentation/materials) may be submitted via US mail, hand delivery or a delivery service and must be received by PBPA - Room 200A at 545 W Dayton Street, Madison, WI 53703. Bids not date/time stamped by PBPA - Room 200 staff (or designee) by the posted date and time shall be considered late and shall be rejected.

Bids should be mailed to:

Dana Scheel

PBPA – Room 200A – Purchasing Services

Madison Metropolitan School District

545 West Dayton Street

Madison, WI 53703-1967

Any entity submitting a bid has no enforceable right to amend its bid after the submission deadline.

1.2.4 Tax Status

The MMSD is exempt from Federal Excise and Wisconsin State Sales tax.

2 Purpose of the request for bid

The Madison Metropolitan School District, Food & Nutrition Department, requests bids for Petite Bananas in accordance with the information listed below (more detailed descriptions may be attached to this document). Special Conditions of Bid, Specifications, Itemized Bid List, and Standard Terms and Conditions are contained herein. All communication and/or questions MUST be sent to Dana Scheel, Manager - Procurement & Contracts, at bids@madison.k12.wi.us. To formally submit your bid for consideration, simply provide the information required below, sign, and return this document with all other required documentation in accordance with the guidelines established herein.

3 Bid Specifications

3.1 Specifications and Bid Conditions

Conditions of bid which include the “shall” or “must” describe a mandatory requirement. All specifications are defined as mandatory minimum requirements unless otherwise stated. If no bidder is able to comply with a given specification, condition of bid or provide a specific product on the Itemized Bid List, the MMSD reserves the right to delete that specification, condition of bid or item.

3.2 Procuring and contracting department/division

This Request for Bid (RFB) is issued by Madison Metropolitan School District, Purchasing Services, which is the sole point of contact for the District during the Request for Bid process. The person responsible for managing this procurement process is Dana Scheel, Manager - Procurement & Contracts.

As it pertains to this RFB, vendors shall NOT have contact with anyone other than the Manager - Procurement & Contracts (if absent, the Lead Buyer) through the duration of this RFB process. All communication pertaining to this RFB must be in writing by email to bids@madison.k12.wi.us (preferred) or US mail.

3.3 Contract Term and Funding

Any contract(s) resulting from this RFB will be administered by Madison Metropolitan School District, Food & Nutrition. The contract administrator will be Dustin Lundt, Food & Nutrition Coordinator.

The contract shall be effective from September 1, 2026 through June 30,2027.

3.4 Bid Requirements

1. All goods and/or services must be delivered to and accepted by Madison Metropolitan School District prior to any payment being made.

1. If applicable, vendor should demonstrate that each software and/or hardware proposed conforms to the accessibility guidelines established by the World Wide Web Consortium's Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.0 (WCAG 2.0). In addition, Vendor should demonstrate that each software and/or hardware conforms to the accessibility guidelines established by Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (29 U.S.C. 794d), as amended. (Section 508 is the section of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act that states that all electronic and information technology procured, used, or developed by the federal government after June 25, 2001, must be accessible to people with disabilities. Affected technology includes hardware such as copiers, fax machines, telephones, and other electronic devices as well as application software and websites.) Vendor may demonstrate compliance with such guidelines by submitting a VPAT (Voluntary Product Accessibility Template) or comparable documentation (evaluated by MMSD Legal Services).

1. Product specifications:

a. Specified item – petite banana singles (no bunches)

b. Specified size – 150 count (40-pound case), length 5” – 5 ½”

c. Specified ripeness – Bananas will be between stage 3.5 (half green/half yellow) and stage 4.5 (mostly yellow with green tips) according to the Chiquita banana color guide at the time of delivery.

d. All packaged produce must be delivered ready-to-eat in terms of ripeness and cleanliness. Ready-to-eat condition will be at the sole discretion of MMSD Food & Nutrition and is clearly outlined in the RFB specifications provided here.

e. Bananas must arrive with an internal temperature of 55° F or above. An internal temperature below 55° F will result in immediate rejection of the product. The Distributor is expected to deliver a comparable substitute (i.e. ready-to-eat fresh fruit) that is acceptable to the District within 24 hours at the same price per serving if bananas are rejected due to Distributor handling practices.

2. Projected usage:

a. During the 2025-2026 school year (most recent data available), the District ordered between 70-90 cases of bananas each week school was in session. The contract is currently estimated at $78,000 per fiscal year.

b. Projected weekly usages for the upcoming month will be provided by the District no later than one week prior to the start of the month. Minimum weekly usage is approximately 80 cases per week with a minimum of four orders per month during the school year.

c. The quantity of merchandise delivered shall not be greater than the amount specified on the order unless such additional quantities are to be accepted by the District at no charge.

d. The Distributor must guarantee at least a 98% fill rate for all orders.

3. Delivery specifications:

a. Items that are delivered in packages, cartons, or crates are accepted only with the guarantee that upon the removal from such packaging they are found in first class condition without any defect or they must be removed and replaced without additional charge to the District.

b. Deliveries will made to Food Production Center at 4711 Pflaum Road, Madison, WI 53718.

c. Deliveries will be made up to five (5) days per week, Monday through Friday. Deliveries shall be made between 5:00am – 7:00am. (Expected delivery days will be variable throughout the week as dictated by the menu, but are usually limited to no more than two deliveries per week.)

4. Food safety specifications:

a. The District requires that the Distributor and/or Processor have a HACCP plan in place prior to awarding this proposal. The District will require documentation from the Distributor verifying that a written HACCP plan is in place. This should be submitted with the RFB submission for the submission to be considered complete.

5. Scoring criteria:

3.5 Technical Requirements

If applicable, vendor should demonstrate that each software and/or hardware proposed conforms to the accessibility guidelines established by the World Wide Web Consortium's Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.0 (WCAG 2.0). In addition, Vendor should demonstrate that each software and/or hardware conforms to the accessibility guidelines established by Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (29 U.S.C. 794d), as amended. (Section 508 is the section of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act that states that all electronic and information technology procured, used, or developed by the federal government after June 25, 2001, must be accessible to people with disabilities. Affected technology includes hardware such as copiers, fax machines, telephones, and other electronic devices as well as application software and websites.) Vendor may demonstrate compliance with such guidelines by submitting a VPAT (Voluntary Product Accessibility Template) or comparable documentation (evaluated by MMSD Legal Services).

4 Calendar of Events

5 Standard Terms and Conditions (Non-Construction)

1. GENERAL: “Madison Metropolitan School District,” “District,” and “MMSD” are synonymous and mean the Madison Metropolitan School District. The MMSD reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids/proposals, to waive any informality or technicality in any bid/proposal submitted, and to accept any part of a bid/proposal deemed to be in the best interest of the District. The MMSD reserves the right to reject any or all bids/proposals without indicating a reason for such rejection.

2. TAX EXEMPTION: The MMSD is exempt from the payment of Federal Excise Tax and State Sales Tax. The MMSD’s tax-exempt number is ES42341.

3. PRICING AND DISCOUNTS: The MMSD qualifies for governmental and educational discounts. Unit prices shall reflect these discounts. Unit prices shall govern in the bid/proposal evaluation and contract administration.

4. SPECIFICATIONS: All bidders/proposers must be in compliance with all specifications and any drawings provided with this solicitation. Any reference to brand names and numbers is descriptive, but not restrictive, unless otherwise specified. When specific manufacturer and model numbers are shown, they are used to establish a design, type of construction, quality, functional capability and/or performance level desired. The MMSD reserves the right to determine whether an alternate offer is equivalent to and meets the standard of quality indicated by the brand name referenced. When alternates are bid/proposed, they shall be identified by manufacturer, stock number, and such other information necessary to establish equivalency. The MMSD shall be the sole judge of equivalency!

5. DEVIATIONS AND EXCEPTIONS: Deviations and exceptions from the original text, terms, conditions, or specifications shall be described fully, on the bidder’s/proposer’s letterhead, signed and attached to this request. In the absence of such a request, the bid/proposal shall be accepted as in strict compliance with all terms, conditions, and specifications.

6. CHANGES AND WITHDRAWALS: The MMSD reserves the right to change due dates and openings for its own convenience and to withdraw solicitations at any time without prior notice.

7. APPLICABLE LAW: This solicitation and any resultant contract shall be governed under the laws of the State of Wisconsin.

8. ASSIGNMENT: No right or duty in whole or in part of the contractor under this contract may be assigned or delegated without prior written consent of the MMSD.

9. HOLD HARMLESS: The contractor will indemnify, save harmless, and defend the MMSD and all of its officers, agents and employees from all suits, actions, or claims of any character brought for or on account of any injuries or damages received by any persons or property resulting from the operations of the contractor, or any of its contractors, in prosecuting work under this agreement.

10. PUBLIC RECORDS ACCESS: It is the intention of the MMSD to maintain an open and public process in the solicitation, submission, review and approval of procurement activities. Bid/proposal openings are public unless otherwise stated. Records are not generally available until after an award has been made.

11. INSURANCE RESPONSIBILITY: The contractor performing services for the MMSD shall:

Maintain worker’s compensation insurance as required by law for all employees engaged in the work.

Maintain commercial liability, bodily injury and property damage insurance against any claims(s) that might occur in carrying out this agreement/contract. Minimum coverage shall be one million ($1,000,000) liability for bodily injury and property damage including product liability and completed operations. Provide motor vehicle insurance for all owned, non-owned and hired vehicles that are used in carrying out this contract. Minimum coverage shall be one million ($1,000,000) per occurrence combined single limit for automobile liability and property damage.

The MMSD reserves the right to require higher or lower limits and additional types of insurance if warranted. All insurance required by this contract shall be maintained during the entire length of the contract.

12. CANCELLATION: The MMSD reserves the right to cancel any contract in whole or in part without penalty due to non-appropriation of funds or for failure of the contractor to comply with terms, conditions and specifications of this contract.

The MMSD also reserves the right to cancel any contract with a federally debarred contractor or a contractor which is presently identified on the list of parties excluded from federal procurement and non-procurement contracts.

13. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS: All materials, equipment, and supplies provided to the MMSD must comply fully with all safety requirements as set forth by the Wisconsin Administrative Code, Rules of the Industrial Commission on Safety, and all applicable OSHA Standards.

14. MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS: If any items(s) on order(s) resulting from this award(s) is a hazardous chemical, as defined under 29CFR 1910.1200, provide one (1) copy of a Material Safety Data Sheet for each item with the shipped container(s) and one (1) copy to MMSD - Risk Management, 545 W Dayton Street, Madison, WI 53703.

15. RESPONSIVENESS AND RESPONSIBILITY: Award will be made to the responsible and responsive bidder/proposer whose bid is most advantageous to the MMSD with price and other factors considered. For the purposes of this project, responsiveness is defined as conformance to the requirements of the solicitation and the furnishing of information requested.

Responsibility is defined as the bidder's/proposer’s potential ability to perform successfully under the terms of the proposed contract. Briefly, a responsible bidder/proposer has adequate financial resources or the ability to obtain said resources; can comply with required delivery taking into account other business commitments; has a satisfactory performance record; has a satisfactory record of integrity and business ethics; and has the necessary organization, experience and technical skills.

The MMSD reserves the right to refuse to accept any bid or proposal from any person, firm or corporation that is in arrears or is in default to the MMSD, or has failed to perform faithfully any previous contract with the MMSD. If requested, the bidder must present within five (5) working days evidence satisfactory to the MMSD of performance ability and possession of necessary facilities, financial resources, adequate insurance, and any other resources required to determine the bidder's ability to comply with the terms of this solicitation document.

16. WARRANTY: Unless otherwise required equipment purchased as a result of this request shall be warranted against defects by the bidder/proposer for one year from the date of receipt. Equipment manufacturer’s standard warranty shall apply as a minimum and shall be honored by the Contractor.

17. QUANTITIES: The quantities shown on this request are based on estimated needs. The MMSD reserves the right to increase or decrease quantities to meet actual needs.

18. QUALITY: Unless indicated in the request, all material shall be first quality. Items which are used, demonstrators, obsolete, seconds, or which have been discontinued are unacceptable without the prior written consent of the MMSD.

19. AWARD CRITERIA: In comparing bids/proposals and making awards, the MMSD may consider such factors as relative quality and adaptability of supplies and services, bidder/proposer financial responsibility, skill, experience, record of integrity, and ability to furnish repairs and maintenance services, the time of delivery or performance offered, contract compliance requirements, and any other element or factor in addition to that of the price which would affect the final cost to the MMSD and whether the bidder has complied with the specifications.

20. AWARD: Award(s) will be made, as determined by the MMSD, to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder/proposer meeting MMSD award criteria.

21. ENTIRE AGREEMENT: These Standard Terms and Conditions shall apply to any contract or order awarded as a result of this request except where special conditions are stated elsewhere in the request; in such cases, the special conditions shall apply. Further, the written contract and/or order with referenced parts and attachments including these Standard Terms and Conditions shall constitute the entire agreement and no other terms and conditions in any document, acceptance, or acknowledgement shall be effective or binding unless expressly agreed to in writing by the MMSD.

6 Required Forms

The following forms must be completed and submitted with the bid. Blank forms are attached.

12. 1 Attachment A – Bidder Certification and Sign-Off

12.2 Attachment B – Itemized Bid List

12.3 Attachment C – Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion

12.4 Appendix A – Affirmative Action Requirements for Contractors and Vendors

12.5 Appendix B – Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Identification Report

12.6 Appendix C – Affirmative Action & Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement

Attachment A - Bidder Certification and Sign-Off

By signing this bid, we certify that we have not, either directly or indirectly, entered into any agreement or participated in any collusion or otherwise taken any action in restraint of free competition; that no attempt has been made to induce any other person or firm to submit or not to submit a bid; that this bid has been independently arrived at without collusion with any other bid competitor or potential competitor; that this bid has not been knowingly disclosed prior to the opening of bids to any other bidder or competitor; that the above statement is accurate under penalty of perjury.

The undersigned states that he/she is authorized to bind the bidder and on its behalf, hereby agrees with all the terms, conditions, and specifications required by the Madison Metropolitan School District in this Request for Bid, and declares that the attached bid and pricing are in conformity therewith.

Complete and submit form W-9 Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification .

Attachment B – Itemized Bid List

Attachment C – Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion

MADISON METROPOLITAN SCHOOL DISTRICT

Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility

and Voluntary Exclusion

Federal Executive Order (E.O.) 12549 “Debarment and Suspension” requires that all contractors receiving individual awards, using federal funds, and all sub-recipients certify that the organization and its principals are not debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded by any Federal department or agency from doing business with the Federal Government.

Your signature certifies that neither you nor your principal is presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this transaction by any federal department or agency.

_______________________________________ Name

_______________________________________ Company

_______________________________________ Address

_______________________________________ City, State, Zip Code

PHONE ________________ FAX___________

EMAIL ________________________________

__________________________ _______________

Signature Date

Appendix A – Affirmative Action Requirements for Contractors and Vendors

VENDOR NOTIFICATION:

The Board of Education of the Madison Metropolitan School District is committed to fair and equal employment opportunities for all persons. Equal opportunities, policies and procedures govern the hiring of District staff. By this policy, the Board requires contractors and vendors to adopt and implement similar policies as a condition of doing business with the District.

Vendors/contractors, not exempt, shall indicate (1) with what agency their Affirmative Action Plan is on file, (2) whether or not the Plan is certified, and (3) whether the employment goal(s) stated in the Plan has/have been achieved. If the vendor/contractor has not met each of the above stated requirements, the vendor/contractor must sign and adopt the District’s Affirmative Action & Equal Opportunity Policy Statement (Appendix C); and complete the Employer’s Information Report (Appendix B); and submit a copy of vendor/contractor’s Affirmative Action Plan. In addition the completed Affirmative Action Requirements for Contractors and Vendors Form (Appendix A) should be submitted with the bid or proposal.

Vendors/contractors are exempt from these requirements if they meet one or more of the following criteria: (1)the vendor employs 15 or fewer employees; (2) the vendor’s aggregate business with the District in the last fiscal year is $25,000 or less; (3) the vendor is a taxing authority, municipality, the University of Wisconsin System or the State of Wisconsin; (4) the contractor is an organization which ordinarily provides, and is proposing to provide to the District, financial, legal, insurance, utility, or medical services; and/or (5) the contractor is a non-profit business that can provide the District proof of its IRS designation of tax-exempt status.

If needed, assistance is available through the District including what constitutes a good faith effort. Technical assistance regarding contract compliance issues can be obtained from Legal Services, Contract Compliance Officer, at (608) 663-1530 or (608) 204-0348 (Fax).

The complete Board Of Education Policy 6600, Affirmative Action Requirements for Vendors and Contractors, is available on the Internet at https://go.boarddocs.com/wi/mmsd/Board.nsf/files/ABZPWF6696C6/$file/Policy%206600%20-%20Affirmative%20Action%20Requirements%20for%20Vendors%20and%20Contractors.pdf.

2. VENDOR RESPONSE:

_____ I am an exempt vendor by reason of ____________________________________________;

therefore, the following does not apply.

_____ I am a non-exempt vendor and have answered accordingly below:

I have an Affirmative Action Plan on file with ____________________________

My Plan is certified with _____________________________________________

____Yes ____No The employment goals in the plan have been achieved.

Please submit a copy of your Affirmative Action Plan with your bid/proposal.

If a non-exempt vendor has not met each of the above requirements, the vendor must complete the Employer’s Information Report (Appendix B); sign and adopt the District’s Affirmative Action & Equal Opportunity Policy Statement (Appendix C); and submit a copy of its Affirmative Action Plan.

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Appendix B – Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Information Report

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action

Employer Information Report

Workforce Utilization Profile

Madison Metropolitan School District

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action -- Employer Information Report

Name of Company/Organization Address City, State and Zip Code

Contact Person/Name & Title Area Code & Telephone Number Area Code & Facsimile Number

Name of Parent or Affiliated Company Address City, State and Zip Code

Contact Person/Name & Title Area Code & Telephone Number Area Code & Facsimile Number

Establishment Information

How was the information on race or ethnic group obtained? _____ Visual Survey _____ Employment Records _____ Other –Specify: _____________________

Dates or Period Used: _________________________________ Does the establishment employ apprentices? _____ Yes _____ No

Is the location the same as last year? _____ Yes _____ No Previous report date: ________________________ No previous report _____

Business Type: (Description of the major activity of this establishment, including the specific type of product or service provided.)

This organization has a current Affirmative Action Plan on file with: _____ State of Wisconsin _____ Dane County _____ City of Madison

_____ U. S. Government (Specify Agency: ______________________________) _____ Other (Specify: ______________________________)

Certification

1. The contractor or vendor certifies that the information contained in this Employer Information Report is accurate.

2. The contractor or vendor has agreed that, as provided in the contract or purchase order, if not exempt, within ten days after the effective date of Madison Metropolitan School District contracts or purchase orders, that it will complete and provide the above information and either an approved Affirmative Action Plan or an Affirmative Action Policy Statement that meets the District’s recommended format.

3. The contractor or vendor further agrees that, as provided in the contract or purchase order, for the duration of this or subsequent contracts with the District, accurate and timely information will be filed on an annual basis.

Date Completed: __________________________________ Completed By: ______________________________________________

Appendix C – Affirmative Action & Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement

Statement of Commitment

As an employer, this company welcomes the opportunity to affirm our continuing policy to provide equal employment or advancement opportunity and to dedicate ourselves to establishing a work environment which is free from discrimination.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of this company that all employees and applicants for employment are guaranteed equality of employment opportunity. Essentially, this means that, as an employer, we will not discriminate against any worker or job applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, ability status or veteran status.

Recruitment, selection, placement, transfer, promotion, reinstatement, training and education, tuition assistance, compensation, benefits and layoff decisions made by the supervisors or managers of this company will be based upon the job-related qualifications and abilities of candidates. In some cases, seniority may be treated as a factor to be considered in the selection process. Employees who apply for a promotion or transfer will be given equal consideration.

It is our policy that supervisors shall be made aware that they must use only objective, job-related criteria when selecting workers for any employment-related action, including hiring, training, promotions and terminations. They also shall be informed that certain types of pre-employment inquiries may lead to problems when interviewing candidates for positions.

All other personnel policies and practices of this company, including compensation, benefits, discipline, safety and health programs, as well as other activities, will be administered and conducted without regard to an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, ability status or veteran status.

To the extent possible, reasonable accommodation shall be made for religious needs and for individuals with ability challenges.

As an employer, we will continually review our personnel practices and procedures to ensure that all supervisors and managers are adhering to our commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity principles.

Affirmative Action

As an employer, it is our policy to utilize Affirmative Action as a tool to ensure Equal Employment Opportunity.

____________________________________ has been designated as the Affirmative Action Officer and shall maintain responsibility for establishing, monitoring and evaluating our Affirmative Action efforts at all company establishments.

Our commitment to Affirmative Action means that we will do more than examine our policies and procedures to ensure against discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender or national origin.

We will make a good faith effort to provide hiring opportunities for minorities and women.

A. In order to demonstrate that we will make a good faith effort in a timely manner as determined by the MMSD, we will properly analyze appropriate job classifications within the organization to determine if women or minorities are being underutilized (i.e., if fewer minorities or women are employed in a particular job classification than would be expected by their availability in the labor market area). (Seek technical assistance from the District’s Contract Compliance Officer if you do not know how to properly analyze the job classifications or if you are not sure which job classifications are appropriate).

B. In order to demonstrate that we will make a good faith effort after such analysis, if there is an under-representation of minorities or women in any job classification we will in a timely manner as determined by the MMSD:

1. Develop realistic goals for the employment of women and minorities who are underrepresented in such job classifications.

2. Develop a timetable for achieving the goals.

3. a) Develop a written recruitment activity plan which is a detailed strategy that outlines specific steps that will be taken to attract minorities and women in the appropriate job classifications in which minorities and women are underrepresented and

b) Implement the written recruitment activity plan at a minimum by:

i) Prominently displaying on your bulletin boards or in common areas the fact that you are an equal opportunity employer.

ii) Minorities are underrepresented in certain job classifications, for each vacancy in such job classification place an advertisement in a media outlet that caters to minorities. Such advertisement should describe the job and indicate that the vendor is an equal opportunity employer and that minorities are encouraged to apply.