Chino Valley Unified School District Nutrition Services-Snacks and Beverages RFP 26-27-01
Chino Valley UnifiedSchool · Chino, CA- Due
- Apr 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 14, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Kathy Casino
The 30-second brief
Chino Valley Unified School District, on behalf of the Inland Empire Buying Collective, is soliciting proposals for Nutrition Services - Snack Foods and Beverages. The RFP covers multiple school districts and outlines requirements for product quality, pricing, delivery, and vendor qualifications.
Snack Foods and Beverages
Small Business & Minority, Woman, and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (MWDVBE), Customer Service & References, Experience & Competence, Sustainability, Cost
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Summary
Chino Valley Unified School District, on behalf of the Inland Empire Buying Collective, is soliciting proposals for Nutrition Services - Snack Foods and Beverages. The RFP covers multiple school districts and outlines requirements for product quality, pricing, delivery, and vendor qualifications.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Small Business & Minority
- Woman
- Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (MWDVBE)
- Customer Service & References
- Experience & Competence
- Sustainability
- Cost
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Snack Foods and Beverages
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
14- Vendor Questionnaire
- Vendor Criteria Form
- Non-Collusion Declaration
- Certification Regarding Lobbying
- Disclosure of Lobbying Activities
- Equal Opportunity Employment
- Suspension and Debarment
- Iran Contracting Act
- Vendor's Certification – Regarding Drug Free Workplace
- Vendor's Certification – Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco Free Workplace
- Vendor's Certification – Worker Compensation
- Clean Air and Water Certification
- Fingerprint Clearance Certification
- Checklist of Mandatory Documents for Proposal Submittal
- Submit to
- Chino Valley Unified School District, Purchasing Office, Second Floor, 13461 Ramona Avenue, Chino, CA 91710
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Chino, CA
- Reported agency
- Chino Valley Unified School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Chino Valley Unified?
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: Chino Valley Unified School District, Purchasing Office, Second Floor, 13461 Ramona Avenue, Chino, CA 91710. For questions, contact Kathy Casino.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Chino Valley Unified in CA, 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 Kathy Casino. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Snack Foods and Beverages. 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: "Small Business & Minority, Woman, and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (MWDVBE), Customer Service & References, Experience & Competence, Sustainability, Cost" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Chino Valley Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from Chino Valley Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Chino Valley Unified 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: Vendor Questionnaire, Vendor Criteria Form, Non-Collusion Declaration, Certification Regarding Lobbying, Disclosure of Lobbying Activities, Equal Opportunity Employment, Suspension and Debarment, Iran. Review the full document from Chino Valley Unified for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Chino, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.