Elementary School District 159 FSMC RFP 2026
Esd 159School · Matteson, IL- Due
- May 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Samantha Peterson
- (708) 720-6689
The 30-second brief
Elementary School District 159 is seeking proposals from qualified Food Service Management Companies (FSMCs) to manage and operate its food service program. The contract will be a fixed price per meal contract.
Proposals, Staffing Plan, 2-year SFA food service revenue and expenditure operating statement budget projection, Two monthly sample fixed price per meal invoices, 21-day cycle menus, Examples of experience, Financial reports, Certifications, Insurance, Bid/proposal bond, Performance bond.
Federal Mandate Price/ Cost Proposal, Menu Selection, Use of USDA Foods, Food Quality, Portion Sizes, FSMC Experience, Management Plan, References, Service Capability, Financial Conditions/ Stability, Accounting and Reporting Systems, Personnel Management and Professional Standards Plan, Promotion/Marketing in School Food Service, Involvement of Students, Staff, and Patrons, FSMC Proposed On-site Supervisor and Staffing Plan, IL State Mandated: Promotion of health and well-being of students, IL State Mandated: Local food products, IL State Mandated: Hormone and pest practices, IL State Mandated: Animal welfare, IL State Mandated: Contracting with Small and Minority Businesses, Women's Business Enterprises, and Labor Surplus Area Firms, FSMC Site Tour Taste Testing, Blind Taste Testing.
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Summary
Elementary School District 159 is seeking proposals from qualified Food Service Management Companies (FSMCs) to manage and operate its food service program. The contract will be a fixed price per meal contract.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
26- Federal Mandate Price/ Cost Proposal
- Menu Selection
- Use of USDA Foods
- Food Quality
- Portion Sizes
- FSMC Experience
- Management Plan
- References
- Service Capability
- Financial Conditions/ Stability
- Accounting and Reporting Systems
- Personnel Management and Professional Standards Plan
- Promotion/Marketing in School Food Service
- Involvement of Students
- Staff
- Patrons
- FSMC Proposed On-site Supervisor and Staffing Plan
- IL State Mandated: Promotion of health and well-being of students
- IL State Mandated: Local food products
- IL State Mandated: Hormone and pest practices
- IL State Mandated: Animal welfare
- IL State Mandated: Contracting with Small and Minority Businesses
- Women's Business Enterprises
- Labor Surplus Area Firms
- FSMC Site Tour Taste Testing
- Blind Taste Testing
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Proposals, Staffing Plan, 2-year SFA food service revenue and expenditure operating statement budget projection, Two monthly sample fixed price per meal invoices, 21-day cycle menus, Examples of experience, Financial reports, Certifications, Insurance, Bid/proposal bond, Performance bond.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Exhibit A
- Exhibit G
- Exhibit K
- Proposed Fixed Meal Rates form
- Certificate of Independent Price Determination
- Bid-Rigging Certification
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- Suspension
- Ineligibility
- Voluntary Exclusion - Lower Tier Covered Transactions
- Certificate Regarding Lobbying
- Submit to
- 20700 Matteson Ave, Matteson, IL 60443
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- Matteson, Illinois
- Reported agency
- Elementary School District 159
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Esd 159?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 1, 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: 20700 Matteson Ave, Matteson, IL 60443. For questions, contact Samantha Peterson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Esd 159 in IL, 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 Samantha Peterson at (708) 720-6689. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Proposals, Staffing Plan, 2-year SFA food service revenue and expenditure operating statement budget projection, Two monthly sample fixed price per meal invoices, 21-day cycle menus, Examples of experience, Financial reports, Certifications, Insurance, Bid/proposal bond, Performance bond.. 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: "Federal Mandate Price/ Cost Proposal, Menu Selection, Use of USDA Foods, Food Quality, Portion Sizes, FSMC Experience, Management Plan, References, Service Capability, Financial Conditions/ Stability,..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Esd 159?
All active and historical solicitations from Esd 159 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Esd 159 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: Exhibit A, Exhibit G, Exhibit K, Proposed Fixed Meal Rates form, Certificate of Independent Price Determination, Bid-Rigging Certification, Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility. Review the full document from Esd 159 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Matteson, Illinois. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.