REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NUTRITION SERVICES DEPARTMENT
Apple Valley UnifiedSchool · Apple Valley, CA- Due
- May 2, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 13, 2025
- Primary contact
- Rose Stark
- 760-247-8001
The 30-second brief
Apple Valley Unified School District (AVUSD) is requesting a price proposal for a comprehensive Food Safety and Sanitation program including supplies, service, and staff training for the 2025/2026 school year. This is a one-year agreement with an option to extend for up to four additional one-year terms. The scope includes regular service visits, reporting, provision of specific cleaning supplies, OSHA-compliant labeling, training, and assistance with standard operating procedures.
Consolidated written assessment report per visit, pre-measured Green Seal® Certified (or equal) portion-controlled detergents and sanitizers, OSHA-compliant labeling, minimum of 2 hours of Professional Standards Training, assistance with development of district standard operating procedures and HACCP documents, option for ServSafe Manager certification training and test.
Merit and price will be considered; lowest price is not necessarily accepted.
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Summary
Apple Valley Unified School District (AVUSD) is requesting a price proposal for a comprehensive Food Safety and Sanitation program including supplies, service, and staff training for the 2025/2026 school year.
This is a one-year agreement with an option to extend for up to four additional one-year terms. The scope includes regular service visits, reporting, provision of specific cleaning supplies, OSHA-compliant labeling, training, and assistance with standard operating procedures.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Merit and price will be considered; lowest price is not necessarily accepted.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Consolidated written assessment report per visit, pre-measured Green Seal® Certified (or equal) portion-controlled detergents and sanitizers, OSHA-compliant labeling, minimum of 2 hours of Professional Standards Training, assistance with development of district standard operating procedures and HACCP documents, option for ServSafe Manager certification training and test.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
W9, Certificates of Liability Insurance
- Submit to
- 12555 Navajo Road • Apple Valley • California 92308
- Scope location
- Apple Valley, California
- Reported agency
- Apple Valley Unified School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Apple Valley Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 2, 2025. 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: 12555 Navajo Road • Apple Valley • California 92308. For questions, contact Rose Stark.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Apple Valley 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 Rose Stark at 760-247-8001. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Consolidated written assessment report per visit, pre-measured Green Seal® Certified (or equal) portion-controlled detergents and sanitizers, OSHA-compliant labeling, minimum of 2 hours of Professional Standards Training, assistance with development of district standard operating procedures and HACC. 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: "Merit and price will be considered; lowest price is not necessarily accepted." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Apple Valley Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from Apple Valley Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Apple Valley Unified regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: W9, Certificates of Liability Insurance. Review the full document from Apple Valley 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: Apple Valley, California. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.