Fairfield County School District Child Nutrition Program Food Service Management Company RFP 2026-10
Fairfield County School DistrictSchool · Winnsboro, SC- Due
- May 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 8, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Sheila Pickett
- (803) 635-4607
The 30-second brief
Fairfield County School District is soliciting proposals for a Food Service Management Company (FSMC) to manage its nonprofit school food service program under RFP 2026-10. The selected contractor will be responsible for the preparation and service of reimbursable breakfast, lunch, and after-school snacks at seven school sites, as well as managing the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) and Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP). The contract is a firm, fixed-price per meal agreement for an initial one-year term beginning July 1, 2026, with up to four one-year renewals. Key requirements include a mandatory pre-proposal conference on April 27, 2026, and a 10% performance bond. Proposals must be submitted in a sealed container by May 26, 2026, at 2:00 pm ET.
Letter of Intent, Fixed firm price cost summary, Nutritional analyses, 21-day cycle menu, Marketing plan, Training plan, Client references
Price (highest weighted factor), financial resources, technical ability, responsiveness to criteria
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Summary
Fairfield County School District is soliciting proposals for a Food Service Management Company (FSMC) to manage its nonprofit school food service program under RFP 2026-10.
The selected contractor will be responsible for the preparation and service of reimbursable breakfast, lunch, and after-school snacks at seven school sites, as well as managing the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) and Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP). The contract is a firm, fixed-price per meal agreement for an initial one-year term beginning July 1, 2026, with up to four one-year renewals. Key requirements include a mandatory pre-proposal conference on April 27, 2026, and a 10% performance bond. Proposals must be submitted in a sealed container by May 26, 2026, at 2:00 pm ET.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Price (highest weighted factor)
- Financial resources
- Technical ability
- Responsiveness to criteria
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Letter of Intent
- Fixed firm price cost summary
- Nutritional analyses
- 21-day cycle menu
- Marketing plan
- Training plan
- Client references
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
18- Attachment A
- Attachment B
- Attachment C
- Attachment D
- Attachment E
- Attachment F
- Attachment G
- Attachment H
- Attachment I
- Attachment J
- Attachment K
- Attachment L
- Attachment M
- Attachment N
- Attachment O
- Attachment P
- Attachment Q
- Attachment R
- Submit to
- 1226 US Highway S Winnsboro, SC 29180
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Winnsboro, SC
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Fairfield County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 26, 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: 1226 US Highway S Winnsboro, SC 29180. For questions, contact Sheila Pickett.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Fairfield County School District in SC, 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 Sheila Pickett at (803) 635-4607. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Letter of Intent, Fixed firm price cost summary, Nutritional analyses, 21-day cycle menu, Marketing plan, Training plan, Client references. 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: "Price (highest weighted factor), financial resources, technical ability, responsiveness to criteria" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Fairfield County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Fairfield County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Fairfield 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: Attachment A, Attachment B, Attachment C, Attachment D, Attachment E, Attachment F, Attachment G, Attachment H, Attachment I, Attachment J, Attachment K, Attachment L, Attachment M, Attachment N, Atta. Review the full document from Fairfield 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: Winnsboro, SC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.