Dallas Center-Grimes Community School District Vending and Beverage Rights RFP 2026
Dallas Center-Grimes Community School DistrictSchool · Grimes, IA- Due
- Mar 31, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 19, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Madison Melchert
- (515) 986-9747
The 30-second brief
Dallas Center-Grimes Community School District is requesting proposals for exclusive vending and beverage pouring rights, including related equipment, service, and sponsorship support, across District facilities.
Exclusive vending and beverage pouring rights, Supply, Installation, Servicing, And maintenance of vending machines and related equipment, Beverage service and support for athletic programs, Compliance with federal, State, And local laws.
Ability to meet service requirements, Vendor experience and references, Financial return and overall value to the District, Quality of service, reporting, and support, Enhancements and partnership opportunities
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Summary
Dallas Center-Grimes Community School District is requesting proposals for exclusive vending and beverage pouring rights, including related equipment, service, and sponsorship support, across District facilities.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Ability to meet service requirements
- Vendor experience and references
- Financial return and overall value to the District
- Quality of service
- Reporting
- Support
- Enhancements and partnership opportunities
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Exclusive vending and beverage pouring rights
- Supply
- Installation
- Servicing
- Maintenance of vending machines and related equipment
- Beverage service and support for athletic programs
- Compliance with federal
- State
- Local laws
- Submit to
- 2555 W 1st Street, Grimes, Iowa 50111
- Scope location
- Dallas County, Polk County, Iowa
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Dallas Center-Grimes Community School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 31, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 2555 W 1st Street, Grimes, Iowa 50111. For questions, contact Madison Melchert.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Dallas Center-Grimes Community School District in IA, 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 Madison Melchert at (515) 986-9747. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Exclusive vending and beverage pouring rights, Supply, Installation, Servicing, And maintenance of vending machines and related equipment, Beverage service and support for athletic programs, Compliance with federal, State, And local laws.. 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: "Ability to meet service requirements, Vendor experience and references, Financial return and overall value to the District, Quality of service, reporting, and support, Enhancements and partnership opp..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Dallas Center-Grimes Community School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Dallas Center-Grimes Community School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Dallas Center-Grimes Community 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 5 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. Review the full document from Dallas Center-Grimes Community 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: Dallas County, Polk County, Iowa. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.