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Page Updated 2/28/05

Previous ASPIN Weekly Updates for the month of February 2005.


CONTENTS

February 28, 2005
February 21, 2005
February 14, 2005
February 7, 2005
Links to Previous Weekly Updates


QUESTIONS OR NEED FURTHER INFORMATION?
Please contact ASPIN Director Bette Thompson by email at bette@mesc.org or by phone at (520) 888-9664 or (800) 552-3534.


Week of
February 28, 2005

PRICING CHANGES: The following products will have a price increase effective February 26, 2005. These price increases meet the terms and conditions of our contract with Shamrock Foods Company. Pinto Beans, #2113391, Border - $17.40, State - $17.06, Valley - $16.73. Beans, triple cleaned, #2163251, Border - $22.99, State - $22.54, Valley - $22.10. Bleach, #8001361, Border - $9.48, State - $9.30, Valley - $9.12. Salt, iodized, #1930661, Border - $4.40, State - $4.31, Valley - $4.22.

PRODUCT PACK SIZE CHANGES: The following frozen vegetables have a pack size change. The pricing remains the same per pound. Instead of 20#, the following items are now a 30# case. Mixed vegetables, #2230891, Valley - $15.33, State - $15.63, Border - $15.95. Frozen peas, #2230991, Valley - $16.23, State - $16.56, Border - $16.89. Peas and carrots, #2230931, Valley - $14.75, State, #15.05, Border - $15.35. Frozen corn, #2230851, Valley - $18.18, State - $18.72, Border - $19.10.

PRODUCT CODE NUMBER CHANGES: The following products have new product code numbers, the pricing remains the same. Plate, foam, 9 in. OLD #1864221, NEW #2250861. Plate, foam, 9 in. 3 sect. OLD #1583001, NEW #2250901. Bowl, foam, 12 oz. OLD #1583021, NEW #2250891.

ADE MEMORANDUM REGARDING WHOLE GRAINS: On December 10, 2004, the Arizona Department of Education issued a memorandum regarding the purchase of whole grain products. The AEC will address this issue in our bid renewal for the 05/06 school year.

RAINBOW PRODUCE PRICES: Pricing for this week is included as an attachment to this update.

SHAMROCK PRODUCE: Pricing for this week is included as an attachment to this update.

DAIRY PRICING: Dairy pricing for all counties for the month of March is included as an attachment to this update.

COLD STORAGE PRICING: Cold Storage pricing for the month of March is included as an attachment to this update.

US FOODSERVICE DELIVERIES: The Department of Education sent a memorandum to all school districts stating that their contract with US Foodservice for commodity delivery has a delivery window of 6:00 am to 2:30 pm. In this memo they state that the vendor may not be able to meet specific delivery time requirements requested by a district. It also states that the vendor is in compliance with the contract as long as deliveries are made within the above noted time period.

COMMODITY MEMORANDUM: The Arizona Department of Education has issued a memo stating that the remaining 2005 entitlement has been distributed. The request you plan on utilizing your entitlement by April, 2005. If you have any questions, contact Christine Bogle at 602-542-8781.

EASTER COOKIES: Easter cookies are available for special order. We have pricing for #405205 - $24.10 and #405168 - $23.02. The description of these cookies is included as an attachment to this update.

PRODUCT CHANGE: Peas, Green, IQF have changed from a 20 pound case to a 30 pound case. The price remains the same. The new product code is #2230991.

PRODUCT CHANGE: Cherry Danimals have been discontinued by the manufacturer. The replacement product is Banana Danimals, product code #2254601.

PRODUCT CHANGE: There is a pack size change on variety pack Strawberry/peach yogurt. Old #1585011, 24/4 oz. New #2254561, 48/4 oz. Pricing – State, $12.34 Valley, $12.10 and Border, $12.59.

PRODUCT CODE CHANGE: Please note the following product code number change. Fresh strawberries, Old #2048501, New #2262931.

PRODUCT PACK SIZE CHANGE: Frito Lay is changing their pack sizes to 1 ounce servings on the following products. Please note the new product code numbers. New #2262811 – Cheetos, New #2262821 – Cheetos, hot, New #2262831 – Corn chips, New #2262841, Chili cheese fritos.

ATTACHMENTS (Download as PDF Documents): RAINBOW PRODUCE; SHAMROCK PRODUCE; MILK PRICING; COLD STORAGE PRICING.

Week of
February 21, 2005

UPCOMING LAC MEETING: The Arizona School Food Service Association is sponsoring a Legislative Action Conference in Phoenix on February 23rd and 24th. We hope to see many ASPIN members in attendance!

ADE MEMORANDUM REGARDING WHOLE GRAINS: On December 10, 2004, the Arizona Department of Education issued a memorandum regarding the purchase of whole grain products. The AEC will address this issue in our bid renewal for the 05/06 school year.

RAINBOW PRODUCE PRICES: Pricing for this week is included as an attachment to this update.

SHAMROCK PRODUCE: Pricing for this week is included as an attachment to this update.

US FOODSERVICE DELIVERIES: The Department of Education sent a memorandum to all school districts stating that their contract with US Foodservice for commodity delivery has a delivery window of 6:00 am to 2:30 pm. In this memo they state that the vendor may not be able to meet specific delivery time requirements requested by a district. It also states that the vendor is in compliance with the contract as long as deliveries are made within the above noted time period.

COMMODITY MEMORANDUM: The Arizona Department of Education has issued a memo stating that the remaining 2005 entitlement has been distributed. The request you plan on utilizing your entitlement by April, 2005. If you have any questions, contact Christine Bogle at 602-542-8781.

EASTER COOKIES: Easter cookies are available for special order. We have pricing for #405205 - $24.10 and #405168 - $23.02. The description of these cookies is included as an attachment to this update.

PRODUCT CHANGE: Peas, Green, IQF have changed from a 20 pound case to a 30 pound case. The price remains the same. The new product code is #2230991.
PRODUCT CHANGE: Cherry Danimals have been discontinued by the manufacturer. The replacement product is Banana Danimals, product code #2254601.

PRODUCT CHANGE: There is a pack size change on variety pack Strawberry/peach yogurt. Old #1585011, 24/4 oz. New #2254561, 48/4 oz. Pricing – State, $12.34 Valley, $12.10 and Border, $12.59.

PRODUCT CODE CHANGE: Please note the following product code number change. Fresh strawberries, Old #2048501, New #2262931.

PRODUCT PACK SIZE CHANGE: Frito Lay is changing their pack sizes to 1 ounce servings on the following products. Please note the new product code numbers. New #2262811 – Cheetos, New #2262821 – Cheetos, hot, New #2262831 – Corn chips, New #2262841, Chili cheese fritos.

ATTACHMENTS (Download as PDF Documents): RAINBOW PRODUCE; SHAMROCK PRODUCE; EASTER COOKIES.
Week of
February 14, 2005

HAPPY VALENTINES DAY!!!!

PRESIDENTS DAY: The ASPIN Office will be closed on Monday, February 21st in observance of Presidents Day. Please be sure to plan your orders accordingly with your ASPIN representative.

UPCOMING LAC MEETING: The Arizona School Food Service Association is sponsoring a Legislative Action Conference in Phoenix on February 23rd and 24th. For more information, contact Lois Stansbury toll free at 866-402-9038.

ADE MEMORANDUM REGARDING WHOLE GRAINS: On December 10, 2004, the Arizona Department of Education issued a memorandum regarding the purchase of whole grain products. The AEC will address this issue in our bid renewal for the 05/06 school year.

RAINBOW PRODUCE PRICES: Pricing for this week has not been received as of 02/14/05. We will post their pricing as soon as we receive it.

SHAMROCK PRODUCE: Pricing for this week is included as an attachment to this update.

US FOODSERVICE DELIVERIES: The Department of Education sent a memorandum to all school districts stating that their contract with US Foodservice for commodity delivery has a delivery window of 6:00 am to 2:30 pm. In this memo they state that the vendor may not be able to meet specific delivery time requirements requested by a district. It also states that the vendor is in compliance with the contract as long as deliveries are made within the above noted time period.

COMMODITY MEMORANDUM: The Arizona Department of Education has issued a memo stating that the remaining 2005 entitlement has been distributed. The request you plan on utilizing your entitlement by April, 2005. If you have any questions, contact Christine Bogle at 602-542-8781.

PRODUCT PRICE INCREASES: The following products have price increases effective February 10th. These price increases meet the terms and conditions of our contract with Shamrock Foods.
Tray 1#, #1734031, Border - $16.06, State - $15.75, Valley - $15.54. Tray 2#, #1733991, Border - $19.38, State - $19.00, Valley - $18.63. Tray 3#, #1734051, Border - $14.98, State - $14.69, Valley - $14.40. Tray 4Z, #1733951, Border - $10.84, State - $10.62, Valley - $10.42. Tray 5#, #1734061, Border - $20.66, State - $20.26, Valley - $19.86. Tray 8Z, #1733981, Border - $13.88, State - $13.61, Valley - $13.33.

EASTER COOKIES: Easter cookies are available for special order. We have pricing for #405205 - $24.10 and #405168 - $23.02. The description of these cookies is included as an attachment to this update.

PRODUCT CHANGE: Peas, Green, IQF have changed from a 20 pound case to a 30 pound case. The price remains the same. The new product code is #2230991.

PRODUCT CHANGE: Cherry Danimals have been discontinued by the manufacturer. The replacement product is Banana Danimals, product code #2254601.

ATTACHMENTS (Download as PDF Documents): SHAMROCK PRODUCE; EASTER COOKIES.

Week of
February 7, 2005

UPCOMING MEETING: Food Service Marketing is sponsoring a meeting about net off invoice products for the 05/06 school year on Tuesday, February 15th in Phoenix. They mailed the meeting information to all districts. ASPIN highly recommends you attend this meeting if you are interested in participating next school year. For more information, call Cathy Wylet at 602-375-7731. We hope to see you there!

UPCOMING LAC MEETING: The Arizona School Food Service Association is sponsoring a Legislative Action Conference in Phoenix on February 23rd and 24th. For more information, contact Lois Stansbury toll free at 866-402-9038.

ADE MEMORANDUM REGARDING WHOLE GRAINS: On December 10, 2004, the Arizona Department of Education issued a memorandum regarding the purchase of whole grain products. The AEC will address this issue in our bid renewal for the 05/06 school year.

RAINBOW PRODUCE PRICES: Pricing for this week is included as an attachment to this update.

SHAMROCK PRODUCE: Pricing for this week is included as an attachment to this update.

US FOODSERVICE DELIVERIES: The Department of Education sent a memorandum to all school districts stating that their contract with US Foodservice for commodity delivery has a delivery window of 6:00 am to 2:30 pm. In this memo they state that the vendor may not be able to meet specific delivery time requirements requested by a district. It also states that the vendor is in compliance with the contract as long as deliveries are made within the above noted time period.

COMMODITY MEMORANDUM: The Arizona Department of Education has issued a memo stating that the remaining 2005 entitlement has been distributed. The request you plan on utilizing your entitlement by April, 2005. If you have any questions, contact Christine Bogle at 602-542-8781.

PRODUCT CODE CHANGES: The following products have code number changes. Please make note of these on your order guides. Vegetable, Mixed, 4 way – OLD #1953451 – NEW #2230891. Corn, cobbette – OLD #1909991 – NEW #2230811.

PRODUCT PRICE INCREASES: The following products have price increases effective February 10th. These price increases meet the terms and conditions of our contract with Shamrock Foods. Tray 1#, #1734031, Border - $16.06, State - $15.75, Valley - $15.54. Tray 2#, #1733991, Border - $19.38, State - $19.00, Valley - $18.63. Tray 3#, #1734051, Border - $14.98, State - $14.69, Valley - $14.40. Tray 4Z, #1733951, Border - $10.84, State - $10.62, Valley - $10.42. Tray 5#, #1734061, Border - $20.66, State - $20.26, Valley - $19.86. Tray 8Z, #1733981, Border - $13.88, State - $13.61, Valley - $13.33.

EASTER COOKIES: Easter cookies are available for special order. We have pricing for #405205 - $24.10 and #405168 - $23.02. The description of these cookies is included as an attachment to this update.

PRODUCT CHANGE: Peas, Green, IQF have changed from a 20 pound case to a 30 pound case. The price remains the same. The new product code is #2230991.

PRODUCT PRICE INCREASES: The following products have price increases effective January 30th. These price increases meet the terms and conditions of our contract with Shamrock Foods. Whip topping, #1932771, Border - $34.05, State - $33.38, Valley - $32.72. Sunflower seeds, #7704461, Border - $35.61, State - $34.91, Valley - $34.23. Tray, pls nacho, #8573671, Border - $119.09, State - $116.75, Valley - $114.46.

ATTACHMENTS (Download as PDF Documents): SHAMROCK PRODUCE; RAINBOW PRODUCE; COLD STORAGE; EASTER COOKIES.

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