Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 High School Food Service RFP 2026 - York High School
Elmhurst SD 205School · Elmhurst, IL- Due
- Dec 14, 2026
- 32 days left
The 30-second brief
Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 seeks a Food Service Management Company (FSMC) to provide food service operations, training, purchasing, and menu development for York High School. The project involves opting out of the National School Lunch Program, implementing a cost-reimbursable model (or equivalent), and increasing student participation through a la carte offerings and improved food quality. Proposals are due by December 14th, with a walkthrough scheduled for December 2nd, 2026. Evaluation criteria include financial proposals, menu offerings and service plan, staffing structure, participation-increasing strategies, and experience with renovating or reconfiguring food service spaces.
Financial Proposal, Menu Offerings and Service Plan, Staffing Structure, Strategies to Increase Participation, Experience with Renovating/Reconfiguring Food Service Spaces, Statement of Qualifications (References/Finances), Site Visits
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Summary
Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 seeks a Food Service Management Company (FSMC) to provide food service operations, training, purchasing, and menu development for York High School.
The project involves opting out of the National School Lunch Program, implementing a cost-reimbursable model (or equivalent), and increasing student participation through a la carte offerings and improved food quality. Proposals are due by December 14th, with a walkthrough scheduled for December 2nd, 2026. Evaluation criteria include financial proposals, menu offerings and service plan, staffing structure, participation-increasing strategies, and experience with renovating or reconfiguring food service spaces.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Financial Proposal
- Menu Offerings and Service Plan
- Staffing Structure
- Strategies to Increase Participation
- Experience with Renovating/Reconfiguring Food Service Spaces
- Statement of Qualifications (References/Finances)
- Site Visits
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Statement of Qualifications
- References
- Finances
- Scope location
- Elmhurst, IL
- Reported agency
- Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Elmhurst SD 205?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 14, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Elmhurst SD 205 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.
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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: "Financial Proposal, Menu Offerings and Service Plan, Staffing Structure, Strategies to Increase Participation, Experience with Renovating/Reconfiguring Food Service Spaces, Statement of Qualifications..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Elmhurst SD 205?
All active and historical solicitations from Elmhurst SD 205 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Elmhurst SD 205 regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 14, 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: Statement of Qualifications, References, Finances. Review the full document from Elmhurst SD 205 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Elmhurst, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.