Fontana Unified School District - DRY, FROZEN AND REFRIGERATED FOOD - RFP No. 26/27-0002 (2026)
Fontana UnifiedSchool · Fontana, CA- Due
- Jun 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Luis Mays
- (909) 357-5160
The 30-second brief
The Fontana Unified School District is seeking sealed proposals for the procurement and delivery of dry, frozen, and refrigerated food products to multiple school campuses within the city of Fontana, California under RFP No. 26/27-0002. The contract encompasses food services supplies adhering to USDA Child Nutrition Program requirements, Buy American provisions, and HACCP food safety standards, serving approximately 6 million meals annually across elementary, middle, and high schools. Proposals must be submitted through the Procurement Portal no later than June 24, 2026 at 2:00 pm, with a question deadline of June 15, 2026. The initial contract term is effective from August 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, with options for up to two additional one-year extensions.
Price Proposal (40%), Experience, Past Performance & Reliability (25%), Specification Compliance (20%), Delivery & Service Capabilities (15%)
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Summary
The Fontana Unified School District is seeking sealed proposals for the procurement and delivery of dry, frozen, and refrigerated food products to multiple school campuses within the city of Fontana, California under RFP No. 26/27-0002.
The contract encompasses food services supplies adhering to USDA Child Nutrition Program requirements, Buy American provisions, and HACCP food safety standards, serving approximately 6 million meals annually across elementary, middle, and high schools. Proposals must be submitted through the Procurement Portal no later than June 24, 2026 at 2:00 pm, with a question deadline of June 15, 2026. The initial contract term is effective from August 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, with options for up to two additional one-year extensions.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Non-Collusion Declaration, Buy American Certification, Certificate of Independent Price Determination, Equal Opportunity Employment Certification, Certification Regarding Lobbying, Clean Air & Water Act, Contractor's Certificate Regarding Workers Compensation, EDGAR Certification Form, Iran Contracting Act, Suspension and Debarment Certification, Prohibition on Poultry or Seafood Products Imported from the People's Republic of China Vendor Certification Form, W9 Form
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/fusd
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Fontana, CA
- Reported agency
- Fontana Unified School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Fontana Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 24, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/fusd. For questions, contact Luis Mays.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Fontana Unified in CA, 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 Luis Mays at (909) 357-5160. 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 Proposal (40%), Experience, Past Performance & Reliability (25%), Specification Compliance (20%), Delivery & Service Capabilities (15%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Fontana Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from Fontana Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Fontana Unified 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: Non-Collusion Declaration, Buy American Certification, Certificate of Independent Price Determination, Equal Opportunity Employment Certification, Certification Regarding Lobbying, Clean Air & Water A. Review the full document from Fontana Unified for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Fontana, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.