City of Montgomery Summer Feeding Program - 2027-RFP-003 (2026)
City of MontgomeryCity · Montgomery, AL- Due
- Oct 30, 2026
- 2 days left
- Posted
- Oct 6, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Johnny Crawford
- (334) 625-2390
The 30-second brief
The City of Montgomery is seeking a qualified food service management provider to supply unitized, USDA-compliant lunches, suppers, and snacks for its annual Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). The project involves meal production, tamper-evident packaging, insulated temperature-controlled transport, daily meal distribution to fixed feeding sites and recreation/community centers, and regulatory compliance under 7 CFR 225. The program estimates serving 800 students over the contract term, with feeding periods scheduled from June 7 to July 30, 2027, and June 5 to July 28, 2028. Proposals are due by October 30, 2026, at 2:00 pm, preceded by a question deadline of October 16, 2026. Key requirements include ServSafe certifications for staff, daily production and temperature logs, independent bacteria-level inspections, and adherence to City procurement and E-Verify standards.
Daily USDA-compliant unitized meals delivered to City sites, Required logs, Forms, Receipts, And reports, Monthly invoicing with detailed documentation, Final program close-out package
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Summary
The City of Montgomery is seeking a qualified food service management provider to supply unitized, USDA-compliant lunches, suppers, and snacks for its annual Summer Food Service Program (SFSP).
The project involves meal production, tamper-evident packaging, insulated temperature-controlled transport, daily meal distribution to fixed feeding sites and recreation/community centers, and regulatory compliance under 7 CFR 225. The program estimates serving 800 students over the contract term, with feeding periods scheduled from June 7 to July 30, 2027, and June 5 to July 28, 2028. Proposals are due by October 30, 2026, at 2:00 pm, preceded by a question deadline of October 16, 2026. Key requirements include ServSafe certifications for staff, daily production and temperature logs, independent bacteria-level inspections, and adherence to City procurement and E-Verify standards.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Daily USDA-compliant unitized meals delivered to City sites
- Required logs
- Forms
- Receipts
- Reports
- Monthly invoicing with detailed documentation
- Final program close-out package
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- SFSP Menus
- Meal Delivery Ticket
- SFA Health Inspection Report
- SFA Food Permit
- Beason-Hammon Taxpayer Compliance Form
- E-Verify documentation
- Pricing proposal
- Technical proposal
- Business License or acknowledgment of commitment
- Price confirmation
- Submit to
- City's e-Procurement Portal
- Scope location
- Montgomery, AL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Montgomery?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 30, 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's e-Procurement Portal. For questions, contact Johnny Crawford.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Montgomery in AL, 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 Johnny Crawford at (334) 625-2390. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Daily USDA-compliant unitized meals delivered to City sites, Required logs, Forms, Receipts, And reports, Monthly invoicing with detailed documentation, Final program close-out package. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 30, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: SFSP Menus, Meal Delivery Ticket, SFA Health Inspection Report, SFA Food Permit, Beason-Hammon Taxpayer Compliance Form, E-Verify documentation, Pricing proposal, Technical proposal, Business License. Review the full document from City of Montgomery for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Montgomery, AL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.