City of Irwindale Senior Center Nutrition Program Food Services RFP L-335 2026
City of IrwindaleCity · Irwindale, CA- Due
- Jul 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 4, 2026
- Primary contact
- Elena Martinez
- (626) 430-2286
The 30-second brief
The City of Irwindale is soliciting proposals under RFP L-335 for a food provider to manage the Senior Center Nutrition Program. The contractor will prepare an average of 50 congregate meals and 15 home-delivered meals daily, Monday through Friday, adhering to USDA and Older American Act Nutrition Program requirements. Qualifications include 5-10 years of food service experience and the capability to cook 55-65 balanced meals daily in a permitted kitchen with a Los Angeles County health permit. A mandatory facility walk is required, to be scheduled with Elena Martinez or Rebecca Bardales. Proposals are due July 2, 2026, via PlanetBids or the City of Irwindale.
Qualifications, Food Manager's Certificate, Health Permits, Licenses
5-10 years experience, health department standards compliance, meal preparation capability
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Summary
The City of Irwindale is soliciting proposals under RFP L-335 for a food provider to manage the Senior Center Nutrition Program.
The contractor will prepare an average of 50 congregate meals and 15 home-delivered meals daily, Monday through Friday, adhering to USDA and Older American Act Nutrition Program requirements. Qualifications include 5-10 years of food service experience and the capability to cook 55-65 balanced meals daily in a permitted kitchen with a Los Angeles County health permit. A mandatory facility walk is required, to be scheduled with Elena Martinez or Rebecca Bardales. Proposals are due July 2, 2026, via PlanetBids or the City of Irwindale.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- 5-10 years experience
- Health department standards compliance
- Meal preparation capability
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Qualifications
- Food Manager's Certificate
- Health Permits
- Licenses
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A, Attachment B
- Submit to
- City of Irwindale & PlanetBids
- Scope location
- Irwindale, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Irwindale?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 2, 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: City of Irwindale & PlanetBids. For questions, contact Elena Martinez.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Irwindale 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 Elena Martinez at (626) 430-2286. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Qualifications, Food Manager's Certificate, Health Permits, Licenses. 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: "5-10 years experience, health department standards compliance, meal preparation capability" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Irwindale?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Irwindale are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Irwindale regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Attachment A, Attachment B. Review the full document from City of Irwindale for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Irwindale, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.