Carthage R-IX School District Food Industry RFP 2026-2027
Carthage R9 School District-Carthage Technical CenterSchool · Carthage, MO- Due
- Apr 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Janeane Myhre
The 30-second brief
Carthage R-IX School District is soliciting sealed bids from the food industry for food products for the 2026-2027 school year. Bids are due by 1:00 pm on April 13, 2026, at the district's Welcome Center.
Product List with bid prices, Brand, Excel copy of Product List
Price (27 points), Quality (25 points), Transportation/Deliveries (20 points), Local Producer (15 points), Discounts/Rates/Credits (10 points), Small/Minority/Women's Business (03 points)
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Summary
Carthage R-IX School District is soliciting sealed bids from the food industry for food products for the 2026-2027 school year. Bids are due by 1:00 pm on April 13, 2026, at the district's Welcome Center.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Product List with bid prices
- Brand
- Excel copy of Product List
- Submit to
- Welcome Center, 710 Lyon Street, Carthage, MO 64836
- Scope location
- Carthage, MO
- Reported agency
- Carthage R-IX School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Carthage R9 School District-Carthage Technical Center?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 13, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Welcome Center, 710 Lyon Street, Carthage, MO 64836. For questions, contact Janeane Myhre.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Carthage R9 School District-Carthage Technical Center in MO, 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 Janeane Myhre. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Product List with bid prices, Brand, Excel copy of Product List. 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 (27 points), Quality (25 points), Transportation/Deliveries (20 points), Local Producer (15 points), Discounts/Rates/Credits (10 points), Small/Minority/Women's Business (03 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Carthage R9 School District-Carthage Technical Center?
All active and historical solicitations from Carthage R9 School District-Carthage Technical Center are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Carthage R9 School District-Carthage Technical Center 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. Review the full document from Carthage R9 School District-Carthage Technical Center for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Carthage, MO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.