Escambia County School District Miscellaneous Food Processing USDA Commodities RFP 221402
Escambia County School DistrictSchool · Pensacola, FL- Due
- Mar 3, 2022
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Allison Watson
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Escambia County School District is issuing RFP #221402 for the processing of donated USDA food commodities into finished food products. The contract term covers the period from July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2023. Vendors must be on the State of Florida approved USDA Food Processor list to participate. If proposing alternate brands not preapproved, full case quantity samples must be delivered to the District Central Warehouse in Pensacola by February 24, 2022. Proposals are due by March 3, 2022, at 1:30 PM CST. Questions must be submitted to Allison Watson, Sr. Purchasing Agent, by February 18, 2022.
Processed food products from USDA commodities, Product samples for non-preapproved brands
Aggregate low price for all items offered in a category, vendor must be on State of Florida approved USDA Food Processor list
SUMMARY
The Escambia County School District is issuing RFP #221402 for the processing of donated USDA food commodities into finished food products.
The contract term covers the period from July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2023. Vendors must be on the State of Florida approved USDA Food Processor list to participate. If proposing alternate brands not preapproved, full case quantity samples must be delivered to the District Central Warehouse in Pensacola by February 24, 2022. Proposals are due by March 3, 2022, at 1:30 PM CST. Questions must be submitted to Allison Watson, Sr. Purchasing Agent, by February 18, 2022.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Aggregate low price for all items offered in a category, vendor must be on State of Florida approved USDA Food Processor list
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Processed food products from USDA commodities, Product samples for non-preapproved brands
- Submit to
- Escambia County School District Central Warehouse, 51 East Texar Drive, Pensacola, FL 32503
- Scope location
- Escambia County, Florida
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 March 3, 2022. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Escambia County School District Central Warehouse, 51 East Texar Drive, Pensacola, FL 32503. 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: Processed food products from USDA commodities, Product samples for non-preapproved brands. 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: "Aggregate low price for all items offered in a category, vendor must be on State of Florida approved USDA Food Processor list" 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 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 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, Florida. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.