Escambia County School District Direct Delivery of Milk and Dairy Products RFP 181502
Escambia County School DistrictSchool · Pensacola, FL- Due
- Jun 13, 2018
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Allison Watson
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Escambia County School District (ECSD) is soliciting sealed proposals for the direct delivery of milk and dairy products to school cafeterias under RFP #181502. The contract term is from August 1, 2018, through July 31, 2019, with four one-year renewal options. The District intends to award the solicitation to a single vendor. Responders offering brands not on the preapproved list must submit full case quantity samples to the ECSD Central Warehouse by June 6, 2018. The deadline for questions is May 22, 2018, with answers posted by May 30, 2018. Proposals are due by June 13, 2018, at 1:30 PM CST. All inquiries should be directed to Allison Watson, Senior Purchasing Agent.
Sealed proposals, Product samples (if not preapproved), Required documentation
Offered price, brand preapproval status, responsiveness
SUMMARY
The Escambia County School District (ECSD) is soliciting sealed proposals for the direct delivery of milk and dairy products to school cafeterias under RFP #181502.
The contract term is from August 1, 2018, through July 31, 2019, with four one-year renewal options. The District intends to award the solicitation to a single vendor. Responders offering brands not on the preapproved list must submit full case quantity samples to the ECSD Central Warehouse by June 6, 2018. The deadline for questions is May 22, 2018, with answers posted by May 30, 2018. Proposals are due by June 13, 2018, at 1:30 PM CST. All inquiries should be directed to Allison Watson, Senior Purchasing Agent.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Offered price
- Brand preapproval status
- Responsiveness
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Sealed proposals
- Product samples (if not preapproved)
- Required documentation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
sample labeling form
- Submit to
- Escambia County School District, 75 N. Pace Blvd., Pensacola, FL 32505
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Escambia County, FL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Escambia County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 13, 2018. 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: Escambia County School District, 75 N. Pace Blvd., Pensacola, FL 32505. For questions, contact Allison Watson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Escambia County School District in FL, 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 Allison Watson. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Sealed proposals, Product samples (if not preapproved), Required documentation. 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: "Offered price, brand preapproval status, responsiveness" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Escambia County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Escambia County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Escambia County 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 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: sample labeling form. Review the full document from Escambia County 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: Escambia County, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.