1 SNP FOOD PROCUREMENT OPTIONS

When deciding on the method(s) used for your program, the best use of volunteer and financial resources must be considered.

PURPOSE: To ensure food sourced for Student Nutrition Programs in the Sudbury and Manitoulin Districts are safe, nutritious, affordable and help sustain the program long term.

GROCERY STORES Pros:  Store Charge Accounts- Ability to open a store charge account at most stores, so volunteers do not have to pay out of pocket and wait for reimbursement  Pre-Order groceries- by sending a list to the store in advance with a specific pick up time and date, groceries will be ready to go through the checkout, reducing time spent in the store. The greater advance notice given, the better chance of order being filled completely.  Flyer Specials- Can save money by shopping weekly flyer specials  Accept Grocery Foundation vouchers- at participating stores (Food Basic, Foodland, Freshco, and Metro) Helps stretch your food budget.  Loss Leaders- Best price for milk, but located in the very back corner of the store  Store usually open every day, before school Cons:  Inconsistent pricing on some items  Large quantities require several days advance notice  Inconsistent supply  Vehicle required to pick up groceries  Unrefrigerated transportation

COSTCO Pros:  Large quantities available  Good Pricing  2% cash back at the end of the year for Executive Members - up to $750.00. Need to spend at least $5,500.00 to earn enough cash back to pay the $110 membership cost.  Store open every day Cons:  Membership required- cannot be purchased through MCYS funding. Business Membership cost is $55, Executive Membership cost is $110 annually

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 Limited variety  Vehicle required to pick up groceries  Unrefrigerated transportation  Time consuming shopping  No store charge account available- Cash, business cheque, gift cards, and MasterCard accepted  Located in Sudbury  Open at 10 am during week, 9:30 am on Saturday

WAL-MART Pros:  Store Charge Accounts- Ability to open a store charge account at most stores, so volunteers do not have to pay out of pocket and wait for reimbursement  Pre-Order groceries- by giving a list to the store with a specific pick up time and date, groceries will be ready to go through the checkout, reducing time spent in the store. The greater advance notice given, the better chance of order being filled completely.  Flyer Specials- Can save money by shopping weekly flyer specials  Price matching - Cashiers will honour lower prices of competing stores when you show an electronic or print ad  Free Delivery available on shelf stable food items through their website www.walmart.ca  Loss Leaders- Best price for milk, but located in the very back corner of the store  Store usually open every day, before school and closes late  Store receives new shipments daily Cons:  Inconsistent pricing on some items  Inconsistent supply  Vehicle required to pick up groceries  Unrefrigerated transportation  Two stores located in Sudbury, in New Sudbury and the South End

WHOLESALE CLUB Pros:  Large quantities available  Pre-Order Groceries - Call in grocery list to store manager and your groceries can be picked and ready to go through checkout  Store Charge Accounts available  Best prices for disposables (plastic cutlery, cups, plates, etc...)  No membership required Cons:  Vehicle required to pick up groceries  Unrefrigerated transportation  Limited product selection and variety  Store Hours- Monday through Saturday 7 am to 5 pm, closed on Sunday  Located in Sudbury

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CANADA BREAD Pros:  Free Delivery to School  Credit Terms available  Significant savings on Dempsters products compared to retail (i.e.: Bread $1.25, Bagels $1.51)  Short lead time  Products freeze well  Low cost per serving for grain items  2' x 2' Bread trays easily stackable for storage  Can create a standard order  Excellent food safety, HACCP certified Cons:  Minimum order $75  Slightly more expensive than using vouchers available through the Grocery Foundation for bread and bagels  Does not service all areas in the districts, call the Food and Logistics Coordinator at 705-671-1941 ext 235 for more information

FLANAGAN'S FOODSERVICE Pros:  Delivery to school  Large quantities available  Short lead time, order by 3 pm for delivery the next day  Credit terms available  Excellent food safety, based on HACCP principles  Group purchasing (CPS) pricing for Student Nutrition Programs Cons:  Fuel surcharge ($5.00-$10.00), cannot be paid with MCYS funding  Limited brand selection  Minimum order $500.00  Some items are priced higher than at local grocery stores  Large case quantities  Does not service all areas in the districts, call the Food and Logistics Coordinator at 705-671-1941 ext 235 for more information

HARVEST KING Pros:  Delivery to School  Accommodates small and large orders  Good variety and availability  Credit terms available  Excellent food safety, HACCP certified

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Cons:  Higher priced than grocery stores  Extra premium paid when not purchased in full cases  Inconsistent quality  Does not service all areas in the districts, call the Food and Logistics Coordinator at 705-671-1941 ext 235 for more information

SWISH Pros:  Delivery to schools  Large quantities of disposables  Credit terms available  Products usually more cost effective than the generic store brand found at grocery stores Cons:  Some products more expensive than found at National Grocers  Case sizes are large  Limited selection  $100.00 minimum order for free delivery within city limits, otherwise a $5.00 fuel surcharge applies. $150.00 minimum order for outside Sudbury city limits, otherwise a $10.00 fuel surcharge applies

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NOTE: Lead Agencies must pre-approve local decisions to source produce directly from farms. Farms should be certified (Canada GAP or Safe Quality Food) or adhere to food safety best practices as defined by the 2014 Ministry Program Guidelines, Appendix C. Please check with the Food and Logistics Coordinator at 705- 671-1941 ext 235 to confirm approval prior to making any direct farm purchases. A list of approved local farms will be forthcoming.

MARTIN'S COUNTRY MARKET Pros:  Free weekly delivery to schools  Fresh, locally produced food (Produce, Eggs, Cheese, Meats, and Baking)  Ontario Apples $12.00 for 20 lb bag (half bushel contains approximately 76 - 110 small apples)  Willing to source other products as requested, must be SNP approved Cons:  Deliveries on Thursday or Fridays only  Only local, seasonal produce available (no bananas)  Does not service all areas in the districts, call the Food and Logistics Coordinator at 705-671-1941 ext 235 for more information

EAT LOCAL SUDBURY Pros:  Fresh, local food  Delivery with a minimum order of $100 Cons:  Short shelf life on fresh food  Inconsistent supply  Sources may not be Canada GAP or SFQ certified, please check with the Food and Logistics Coordinator at 705-671-1941 ext 235  Prices might be higher that at the grocery stores  Limited selection of products  Store located in Downtown Sudbury with limited parking

LOCAL FARMER Pros:  Fresh, local food  Good value  Supporting member(s) of the community Cons:  Limited shelf life  Source might not be Canada GAP or SFQ certified, please check with the Food and Logistics Coordinator at 705-671-1941 ext 235  Limited availability  Inconsistent supply

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SNP Food Hubs (Chelmsford, Flour Mill and Hanmer) Pros:  Foods fit the nutrition standards  No time spent shopping  Great value on staple items  Chelmsford Hub Pick up available Monday through Friday 7 am to 4 pm Cons:  Pick up in Chelmsford, Flour Mill and Hanmer  Vehicle required to pick up groceries  Order must be placed one week in advance  Unrefrigerated transportation  Flour Mill Hub - Pick up during regular business hours, Monday through Thursday 7am to 4:30 pm  Limited selection

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