ABC Unified School District - Dietetic Consulting Services for Head Start Program - RFQ/P- 1707
ABC UnifiedSchool · Cerritos, CA- Due
- Oct 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 19, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Alice Kim
- (562) 926-5566 ext 21218
The 30-second brief
ABC Unified School District is inviting proposals for Dietetic Consulting Services for its Head Start Program (RFQ/P- 1707). The nutrition consultant or registered dietitian will identify nutritional needs, provide interventions including assessment of nutritional status, nutrition diagnosis, interventions, and monitoring and evaluation of outcomes. The consultant will coordinate nutritional education, monitor food services and environment, conduct on-site classroom nutrition monitoring, assist with height and weight measurements, review menus, and participate in staff and multi-disciplinary team meetings. The contract term is approximately 10 months, with a maximum of 15 hours per week of hybrid work (combination of home and in-person). Submissions are due by October 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM to Alice Kim, Interim Director of Purchasing, located at 16700 Norwalk Blvd., Cerritos, CA 90703. Requirements include a Registered Dietitian (RD) license, Bachelor's degree, 3 years of direct experience, background check, physical exam, TB clearance, and specific insurance coverages including commercial general liability, professional liability, and sexual abuse and molestation insurance.
Experience and Qualification, Cost/pricing, Meeting Insurance Requirements, Responsiveness of the proposal, References, Interview presentation
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Summary
ABC Unified School District is inviting proposals for Dietetic Consulting Services for its Head Start Program (RFQ/P- 1707).
The nutrition consultant or registered dietitian will identify nutritional needs, provide interventions including assessment of nutritional status, nutrition diagnosis, interventions, and monitoring and evaluation of outcomes. The consultant will coordinate nutritional education, monitor food services and environment, conduct on-site classroom nutrition monitoring, assist with height and weight measurements, review menus, and participate in staff and multi-disciplinary team meetings. The contract term is approximately 10 months, with a maximum of 15 hours per week of hybrid work (combination of home and in-person). Submissions are due by October 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM to Alice Kim, Interim Director of Purchasing, located at 16700 Norwalk Blvd., Cerritos, CA 90703. Requirements include a Registered Dietitian (RD) license, Bachelor's degree, 3 years of direct experience, background check, physical exam, TB clearance, and specific insurance coverages including commercial general liability, professional liability, and sexual abuse and molestation insurance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Experience and Qualification
- Cost/pricing
- Meeting Insurance Requirements
- Responsiveness of the proposal
- References
- Interview presentation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Cover Letter and Pages 1 -10
- Section 1--Executive Summary
- Section 2--Resume
- Section 3--Insurance
- Section 4—Workload and Resources
- Section 5--Expertise
- Section 6--Rationale for Selection
- Section 7--Fee Proposal
- Certificate of Insurance
- Reference List
- Certification by Independent Consultant Criminal Record Check
- Noncollusion Affidavit
- Submit to
- 16700 Norwalk Blvd., Cerritos, CA 90703
- Duration
- 10 months
- Scope location
- Cerritos, CA
- Reported agency
- ABC Unified School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from ABC Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 9, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 16700 Norwalk Blvd., Cerritos, CA 90703. For questions, contact Alice Kim.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including ABC Unified in CA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Alice Kim at (562) 926-5566 ext 21218. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Experience and Qualification, Cost/pricing, Meeting Insurance Requirements, Responsiveness of the proposal, References, Interview presentation" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from ABC Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from ABC Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, ABC Unified regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Cover Letter and Pages 1 -10, Section 1--Executive Summary, Section 2--Resume, Section 3--Insurance, Section 4—Workload and Resources, Section 5--Expertise, Section 6--Rationale for Selection, Section. Review the full document from ABC Unified for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cerritos, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.