Brooklawn Bd of Ed - Food Service Management Company RFP 2026 - 00700580
Brooklawn Public School DistrictSchool · Brooklawn, NJ- Due
- Apr 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Samuel Dutkin
The 30-second brief
The Brooklawn Board of Education seeks a qualified Food Service Management Company (FSMC) to manage the school district's food service program under a cost-reimbursable contract for the 2026-2027 school year, with up to four optional one-year renewals. The program includes the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), School Breakfast Program (SBP), and Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) at Alice Costello Elementary School located at 301 Haakon Road, Brooklawn, NJ 08007. Bidders must submit proposals no later than 10:00 AM on 4/14/2026. A pre-proposal meeting and school tour is scheduled for 3/19/2026 at 3:00 PM at Alice Costello Elementary School. Required submissions include a bid guarantee of 10% of the bid (not to exceed $20,000), completed Form 23 response and projected operating statement, and mandatory federal and state disclosure forms.
Total Cost (20.00%), Food service proposal - variety of foods, healthy choices, creativity in menu creation (15.00%), Nutrition and wellness - work with school nurses, staff and students (15.00%), The FSMC's plan customized to meet the needs of Brooklawn School district (15.00%), Evidence of FSMC procedures for inventory control and management of purchasing (15.00%), Capability and record of performance (10.00%), Management - Supported by onsite team and a regional team (10.00%)
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Summary
The Brooklawn Board of Education seeks a qualified Food Service Management Company (FSMC) to manage the school district's food service program under a cost-reimbursable contract for the 2026-2027 school year, with up to four optional one-year renewals.
The program includes the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), School Breakfast Program (SBP), and Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) at Alice Costello Elementary School located at 301 Haakon Road, Brooklawn, NJ 08007. Bidders must submit proposals no later than 10:00 AM on 4/14/2026. A pre-proposal meeting and school tour is scheduled for 3/19/2026 at 3:00 PM at Alice Costello Elementary School. Required submissions include a bid guarantee of 10% of the bid (not to exceed $20,000), completed Form 23 response and projected operating statement, and mandatory federal and state disclosure forms.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Total Cost (20.00%), Food service proposal - variety of foods, healthy choices, creativity in menu creation (15.00%), Nutrition and wellness - work with school nurses, staff and students (15.00%), The FSMC's plan customized to meet the needs of Brooklawn School district (15.00%), Evidence of FSMC procedures for inventory control and management of purchasing (15.00%), Capability and record of performance (10.00%), Management - Supported by onsite team and a regional team (10.00%)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
15- Bid bond
- Response and Projected Operating Statement Form 23
- Certification Regarding Debarment Suspension Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion Form #130
- Certificate of Independent Price Determination Form #131
- Disclosure of Lobbying Activities Form #132
- Certification Regarding Lobbying Form #133
- Letter of Transmittal
- References
- Start-Up/Transition Plan
- NJ Business Registration Certificate
- Certificate of Employee Information Report
- Ownership Disclosure Form
- Stockholder Disclosure Certificate
- Political Disclosure Form
- FSMC Personnel and Fringe Benefit Policy
- Submit to
- 301 Haakon Road, Brooklawn, NJ 08007
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Brooklawn, NJ
- Reported agency
- Brooklawn Bd of Ed
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Brooklawn Public School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 14, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 301 Haakon Road, Brooklawn, NJ 08007. For questions, contact Samuel Dutkin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Brooklawn Public School District in NJ, 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 Samuel Dutkin. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Total Cost (20.00%), Food service proposal - variety of foods, healthy choices, creativity in menu creation (15.00%), Nutrition and wellness - work with school nurses, staff and students (15.00%), The..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Brooklawn Public School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Brooklawn Public School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Brooklawn Public 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: Bid bond, Response and Projected Operating Statement Form 23, Certification Regarding Debarment Suspension Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion Form #130, Certificate of Independent Price Determinati. Review the full document from Brooklawn Public 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: Brooklawn, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.