Centennial School District - Food Service Chemicals Program RFP 2026-11 (2026)
Centennial SDSchool · Warminster, PA- Due
- Apr 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Donna Brassell
- (215) 441-6000 ext 11011
The 30-second brief
Centennial School District is soliciting proposals for a Food Service Chemical Program across Centennial School District, Hatboro Horsham School District, and New Hope-Solebury School District for the 2026/27, 2027/28, and 2028/29 school years. The required scope includes chemical products such as descale, dish detergent, dishwasher detergent, drying agents, laundry detergent, quaternary test kits, and sink sanitizer, along with dispensing equipment delivery, installation, maintenance, and staff training. Proposals are due by 11:00 AM on April 14, 2026, and prices will be guaranteed from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029. Evaluation is based on price/costs, cost per use, and operational plans and procedures, with required background checks and non-collusion affidavit submission.
Descale 4/1 gal., Dish Detergent 1/5 gal., Dishwasher Detergent 4/8 lb., Drying Agent Dishwasher 4/1 gal., Laundry Detergent HE 1/50 lb., Quaternary Test Kit, Sanitizer Sink 4/1 gal., Dispensing equipment installation and maintenance, Staff training
Price/costs, cost per use, operational plans and procedures
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Summary
Centennial School District is soliciting proposals for a Food Service Chemical Program across Centennial School District, Hatboro Horsham School District, and New Hope-Solebury School District for the 2026/27, 2027/28, and 2028/29 school years.
The required scope includes chemical products such as descale, dish detergent, dishwasher detergent, drying agents, laundry detergent, quaternary test kits, and sink sanitizer, along with dispensing equipment delivery, installation, maintenance, and staff training. Proposals are due by 11:00 AM on April 14, 2026, and prices will be guaranteed from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029. Evaluation is based on price/costs, cost per use, and operational plans and procedures, with required background checks and non-collusion affidavit submission.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Price/costs
- Cost per use
- Operational plans and procedures
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Descale 4/1 gal
- Dish Detergent 1/5 gal
- Dishwasher Detergent 4/8 lb
- Drying Agent Dishwasher 4/1 gal
- Laundry Detergent HE 1/50 lb
- Quaternary Test Kit
- Sanitizer Sink 4/1 gal
- Dispensing equipment installation and maintenance
- Staff training
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Form provided proposal form
- Operational Plans and Procedures
- SDS Sheets
- Form W-9
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
REQUIRED STAFFING
3- Submit to
- [email protected]; Centennial School District, Business Office, 48 Swan Way, Warminster, PA 18974
- Scope location
- Warminster, PA
- Reported agency
- Centennial School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Centennial SD?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 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: [email protected]; Centennial School District, Business Office, 48 Swan Way, Warminster, PA 18974. For questions, contact Donna Brassell.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Centennial 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 Donna Brassell at (215) 441-6000 ext 11011. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Charge per Service Call, Hourly Rate - Routine Maintenance, Hourly Rate - Repairs. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Descale 4/1 gal., Dish Detergent 1/5 gal., Dishwasher Detergent 4/8 lb., Drying Agent Dishwasher 4/1 gal., Laundry Detergent HE 1/50 lb., Quaternary Test Kit, Sanitizer Sink 4/1 gal., Dispensing equipment installation and maintenance, Staff training. 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/costs, cost per use, operational plans and procedures" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Centennial SD?
All active and historical solicitations from Centennial SD are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Centennial 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 3 years. 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: Form provided proposal form, Operational Plans and Procedures, SDS Sheets, Form W-9, Non-Collusion Affidavit. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Centennial 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: Warminster, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.