City Seeks Partners to Help Increase Fresh Produce in Priority Neighborhood Markets

The City of Long Beach is seeking to partner with one or more qualified organizations to increase the availability of low-cost, culturally relevant, produce in priority neighborhoods in Long Beach through their Produce to Market Program. As such, the City has launched a Request for Proposals (RFP). Eligible organizations are encouraged to submit proposals through the City’s vendor portal, Long Beach Buys, by 11 a.m. on Feb. 16, 2023. To be eligible, proposed programs must be focused on implementing a food procurement system that reaches small- or medium-sized markets and/or food stores located in fresh food deserts, as indicated on the priority zone map.  The City will prioritize funding for projects that reach households living in the priority zone.Specific details related to eligibility requirements and submission instructions are available on the Long Beach Buys website.  View full press release here.