BakerRipley IFB Contract for Purchased Meals CACFP RFP 26-12 2026
BakerRipley Community SchoolsSchool · Houston, TX- Due
- Jul 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 22, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Scarlett Naquin
The 30-second brief
BakerRipley is soliciting bids for unitized meals (breakfast, lunch, and snack) for children ages 1-5 under the CACFP program. The contract serves approximately 1,239 meals daily across multiple sites for a one-year term.
Unitized meals, Delivery tickets, Monthly itemized invoices, Health inspection reports, Performance bond
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder, financial capability, adequacy of plant facilities, previous experience, transportation capability, sanitation, packaging
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Summary
BakerRipley is soliciting bids for unitized meals (breakfast, lunch, and snack) for children ages 1-5 under the CACFP program. The contract serves approximately 1,239 meals daily across multiple sites for a one-year term.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
- Financial capability
- Adequacy of plant facilities
- Previous experience
- Transportation capability
- Sanitation
- Packaging
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Unitized meals
- Delivery tickets
- Monthly itemized invoices
- Health inspection reports
- Performance bond
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Schedule A Site Information List
- Schedule B Cycle Menu
- Schedule C Unit Price Schedule
- Schedule D Debarment Certification
- Schedule E Anti-Collusion Affidavit
- Schedule F Federal Lobbying Certification
- Schedule G Disclosure of Lobbying Activities
- Submit to
- 4450 Harrisburg Blvd, Ste 200, Houston, TX 77011
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Houston, TX
- Reported agency
- BakerRipley
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from BakerRipley Community Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 14, 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: 4450 Harrisburg Blvd, Ste 200, Houston, TX 77011. For questions, contact Scarlett Naquin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including BakerRipley Community Schools in TX, 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 IFB 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 Scarlett Naquin. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Unitized meals, Delivery tickets, Monthly itemized invoices, Health inspection reports, Performance bond. 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: "Lowest responsive and responsible bidder, financial capability, adequacy of plant facilities, previous experience, transportation capability, sanitation, packaging" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from BakerRipley Community Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from BakerRipley Community Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, BakerRipley Community Schools 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 IFB?
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: Schedule A Site Information List, Schedule B Cycle Menu, Schedule C Unit Price Schedule, Schedule D Debarment Certification, Schedule E Anti-Collusion Affidavit, Schedule F Federal Lobbying Certificat. Review the full document from BakerRipley Community Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Houston, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.