Belle Vernon Area School District Food Service Management Company RFP and Contract 2026-2027
Belle Vernon Area SDSchool · Belle Vernon, PA- Due
- Sep 3, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 3, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Crystal Clark
- (724) 808-2500 ext 1109
The 30-second brief
Belle Vernon Area School District is soliciting proposals for a Food Service Management Company to operate its food service programs for the 2026-2027 school year. Proposals are due by September 3, 2026.
Projected Operating Costs (Attachment CR3), 21-day menu, Bid Guarantee, Performance Bond
Cost (30 points), Years of Experience (10 points), Service Capability Plan (15 points), Financial Conditions/Stability (10 points), Personnel Management (10 points)
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Summary
Belle Vernon Area School District is soliciting proposals for a Food Service Management Company to operate its food service programs for the 2026-2027 school year. Proposals are due by September 3, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Projected Operating Costs (Attachment CR3)
- 21-day menu
- Bid Guarantee
- Performance Bond
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
13- Appendix A
- Appendix B
- Appendix C
- Appendix D
- Appendix E
- Appendix F
- Appendix G
- Attachment CR3
- Attachment 1
- Attachment 2
- Attachment 4
- Attachment 5
- Attachment 11
- Submit to
- 270 Crest Avenue, Belle Vernon, PA 15012
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Belle Vernon, PA
- Reported agency
- Belle Vernon Area School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Belle Vernon Area SD?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 3, 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: 270 Crest Avenue, Belle Vernon, PA 15012. For questions, contact Crystal Clark.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Belle Vernon Area SD in PA, 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 Crystal Clark at (724) 808-2500 ext 1109. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Projected Operating Costs (Attachment CR3), 21-day menu, Bid Guarantee, 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: "Cost (30 points), Years of Experience (10 points), Service Capability Plan (15 points), Financial Conditions/Stability (10 points), Personnel Management (10 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Belle Vernon Area SD?
All active and historical solicitations from Belle Vernon Area SD are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Belle Vernon Area SD 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, Attachment CR3, Attachment 1, Attachment 2, Attachment 4, Attachment 5, Attachment 11. Review the full document from Belle Vernon Area SD for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Belle Vernon, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.