Florence County School District 2 Child Nutrition Program FSMC Services RFP 2026-001
Florence School District 2School · Pamplico, SC- Due
- Apr 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Donnie Boland
- (803) 707-4444
The 30-second brief
Florence County School District 2 seeks proposals from qualified Food Service Management Companies (FSMC) to operate its child nutrition program, including the National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program, After School Snack Program, and Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program. The selected contractor will provide food preparation, serving, menu planning, nutritional analyses, and adherence to USDA regulations across district schools including Hannah Pamplico Elementary/Middle School and Hannah Pamplico High School. The contract term is one year with up to four one-year renewal options. Proposals are due by April 14, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET, following a mandatory pre-proposal conference and site visit on March 26, 2026. Evaluation criteria prioritize price per meal guarantee, quality and variety of menus, and FSMC experience.
Price Per Meal Guarantee (45), Quality and variety of menus (15), Capacity and experience of FSMC (5), Financial condition/stability and business practices (5), Accounting and reporting systems (5), Experience of proposed on-site management team (5), Personnel management and professional standards plan (5), Quality and variety of food procurement specifications (5), Promotion/marketing plan (5), Involvement of students, staff, and parents (5)
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Summary
Florence County School District 2 seeks proposals from qualified Food Service Management Companies (FSMC) to operate its child nutrition program, including the National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program, After School Snack Program, and Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program.
The selected contractor will provide food preparation, serving, menu planning, nutritional analyses, and adherence to USDA regulations across district schools including Hannah Pamplico Elementary/Middle School and Hannah Pamplico High School. The contract term is one year with up to four one-year renewal options. Proposals are due by April 14, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET, following a mandatory pre-proposal conference and site visit on March 26, 2026. Evaluation criteria prioritize price per meal guarantee, quality and variety of menus, and FSMC experience.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Letter of intent, Fixed firm price cost summary, Potential contractor certification and surety bond assurance statement, Nutritional analyses for 21-day cycle menu, Product descriptions for menus/items on 21-day cycle menu, 21-day cycle menu, Marketing plan, Training plan, List of additional expendable and non-expendable equipment, Plan for forming advisory council, List of all SFA's S.C. FSMC Child Nutrition Programs (last 5 years), Client references, Annual report of the FSMC's last fiscal year of operation, Drug-free workplace policy, Non-collusion affidavit and certification regarding lobbying, Certificate of independent price determination, Assurance of Civil Rights Compliance, Suspension and Debarment Certification
- Submit to
- 2121 S. Pamplico Highway, Pamplico, SC 29583
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Pamplico, SC
- Reported agency
- Florence County School District 2
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Florence School District 2?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 14, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 2121 S. Pamplico Highway, Pamplico, SC 29583. For questions, contact Donnie Boland.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Florence School District 2 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 Donnie Boland at (803) 707-4444. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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 Per Meal Guarantee (45), Quality and variety of menus (15), Capacity and experience of FSMC (5), Financial condition/stability and business practices (5), Accounting and reporting systems (5), E..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Florence School District 2?
All active and historical solicitations from Florence School District 2 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Florence School District 2 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: Letter of intent, Fixed firm price cost summary, Potential contractor certification and surety bond assurance statement, Nutritional analyses for 21-day cycle menu, Product descriptions for menus/item. Review the full document from Florence School District 2 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Pamplico, SC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.