Alachua County Public Schools RFSOQ #26-17 Food Service Consultant
Alachua County School DistrictSchool · Gainesville, FL- Due
- Jan 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 10, 2025
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Lauren Ryan
The 30-second brief
Alachua County Public Schools is seeking a qualified individual or firm to provide consulting and administrative services in support of the District's Food and Supply Purchasing contract.
Cost Management Reports, Manufacturer Product contract pricing, Invoicing, And voucher payment documents, Performance Issues reports, Administration of Mainline Food Contract/RFP reports
Responsiveness to Reply, Professional Capacity, Breadth of Experience, Proposed Service Offering, Cost Proposal
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Summary
Alachua County Public Schools is seeking a qualified individual or firm to provide consulting and administrative services in support of the District's Food and Supply Purchasing contract.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Responsiveness to Reply
- Professional Capacity
- Breadth of Experience
- Proposed Service Offering
- Cost Proposal
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Cost Management Reports
- Manufacturer Product contract pricing
- Invoicing
- Voucher payment documents
- Performance Issues reports
- Administration of Mainline Food Contract/RFP reports
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Response by Consultant
- Dated [date]
- 2025
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Gainesville, Florida
- Reported agency
- Alachua County Public Schools
Questions about this RFSOQ
How do I respond to this RFSOQ from Alachua County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 8, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Lauren Ryan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFSOQ?
Most government agencies, including Alachua County School District in FL, 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 RFSOQ 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 Lauren Ryan. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Cost Management Reports, Manufacturer Product contract pricing, Invoicing, And voucher payment documents, Performance Issues reports, Administration of Mainline Food Contract/RFP reports. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Responsiveness to Reply, Professional Capacity, Breadth of Experience, Proposed Service Offering, Cost Proposal" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Alachua County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Alachua County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Alachua County School District 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 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFSOQ?
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: Response by Consultant, dated [date], 2025. Review the full document from Alachua County School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Gainesville, Florida. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.