Carthage R-IX School District Food Industry RFP 2026-2027
Carthage R-IX School DistrictSchool · 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 food industry vendors to provide food products for nine school kitchens for the 2026-2027 school year. Bids must include a completed product list and meet Buy American requirements.
Sealed bid, Product List with prices/brand, Excel copy of Product List via email
Price (27 points), Quality (25 points), Transportation/Deliveries (20 points), Local Producer (15 points), Discounts/Rates (10 points), Small/Minority/Women's Business (03 points)
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Summary
Carthage R-IX School District is soliciting sealed bids from food industry vendors to provide food products for nine school kitchens for the 2026-2027 school year. Bids must include a completed product list and meet Buy American requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Sealed bid
- Product List with prices/brand
- Excel copy of Product List via email
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Product List
- Submit to
- Welcome Center, 710 Lyon Street, Carthage, MO 64836
- Scope location
- Carthage, MO
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Carthage R-IX School District?
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. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. 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 R-IX School District 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: Sealed bid, Product List with prices/brand, Excel copy of Product List via email. 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 (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 R-IX School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Carthage R-IX School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Carthage R-IX 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: Product List. Review the full document from Carthage R-IX 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: Carthage, MO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.