Allendale County School District Child Nutrition Program FSMC Services RFP 0001-2026
Allendale County School DistrictSchool · Fairfax, SC- Due
- Apr 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- LaShanda Jackson
- (803) 584-4603
The 30-second brief
Allendale County School District is soliciting proposals from qualified Food Service Management Companies (FSMC) to manage its nonprofit school food service program under RFP 0001-2026. The scope of work includes the preparation and service of breakfast, lunch, and after-school snacks at Allendale Fairfax Elementary, Middle, and High Schools, as well as potential participation in the Seamless Summer Option (SSO). The contract will be a firm, fixed-price per meal agreement for an initial one-year term beginning July 1, 2026, with up to four one-year renewal options. A mandatory pre-proposal conference and site visit is scheduled for April 3, 2026, at 10:30am ET. Proposals are due by April 27, 2026, at 3:00pm ET. The district reports a participation history of approximately 186 serving days per year.
Technical proposal, Cost proposal, 21-day cycle menu, Nutrition analysis, Certification of Independent Price Determination, Non-Collusion Affidavit
Price (highest weighted factor), Financial capability, Technical resources, Experience
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Summary
Allendale County School District is soliciting proposals from qualified Food Service Management Companies (FSMC) to manage its nonprofit school food service program under RFP 0001-2026.
The scope of work includes the preparation and service of breakfast, lunch, and after-school snacks at Allendale Fairfax Elementary, Middle, and High Schools, as well as potential participation in the Seamless Summer Option (SSO). The contract will be a firm, fixed-price per meal agreement for an initial one-year term beginning July 1, 2026, with up to four one-year renewal options. A mandatory pre-proposal conference and site visit is scheduled for April 3, 2026, at 10:30am ET. Proposals are due by April 27, 2026, at 3:00pm ET. The district reports a participation history of approximately 186 serving days per year.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Price (highest weighted factor)
- Financial capability
- Technical resources
- Experience
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Technical proposal
- Cost proposal
- 21-day cycle menu
- Nutrition analysis
- Certification of Independent Price Determination
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
32- Appendix A
- Appendix B
- Appendix C
- Appendix D
- Appendix E
- Appendix F
- Appendix G
- Appendix H
- Appendix I
- Appendix K
- Appendix L
- Appendix M
- Appendix N
- Appendix O
- Appendix P
- Attachment A
- Attachment B
- Attachment C
- Attachment D
- Attachment E
- Attachment F
- Attachment G
- Attachment H
- Attachment I
- Attachment K
- Attachment L
- Attachment M
- Attachment N
- Attachment O
- Attachment P
- Attachment Q
- Attachment R
- Submit to
- 3249 Allendale Fairfax Highway, Fairfax SC 29827
- Scope location
- Fairfax, SC
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Allendale County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 27, 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: 3249 Allendale Fairfax Highway, Fairfax SC 29827. For questions, contact LaShanda Jackson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Allendale County School District in SC, 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 LaShanda Jackson at (803) 584-4603. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Technical proposal, Cost proposal, 21-day cycle menu, Nutrition analysis, Certification of Independent Price Determination, Non-Collusion Affidavit. 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: "Price (highest weighted factor), Financial capability, Technical resources, Experience" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Allendale County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Allendale County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Allendale 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 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: Appendix A, Appendix B, Appendix C, Appendix D, Appendix E, Appendix F, Appendix G, Appendix H, Appendix I, Appendix K, Appendix L, Appendix M, Appendix N, Appendix O, Appendix P, Attachment A, Attach. Review the full document from Allendale 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: Fairfax, SC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.