Fontana Unified School District - Purchase and Delivery of Seven Refrigerated Trucks - RFP No. 26/27-0010 (2026)
Fontana UnifiedSchool · Fontana, CA- Due
- Oct 5, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 11, 2026
- Primary contact
- Luis Mays
- (909) 357-5160
The 30-second brief
The Fontana Unified School District is soliciting proposals for the purchase and delivery of seven new refrigerated trucks to support its Child Nutrition Services operations, under RFP No. 26/27-0010. The scope encompasses current year Ford F-550 chassis or equal, 16 to 18-foot aluminum refrigerated cargo bodies, refrigeration units capable of maintaining 41°F or below, full-width hydraulic liftgates with a minimum 3,500 lb capacity, and compliance with federal National School Lunch Program (NSLP) funding requirements. Submissions are due through the e-procurement portal by 2:00 pm on October 5, 2026, with a question deadline of September 23, 2026. Required vehicle features include LED interior lighting, backup cameras, and optional passenger side access doors.
Seven (7) current year Ford F-550 chassis (or equal) with 18-foot (minimum 16-foot) refrigerated cargo body and Thermo King refrigeration unit (or equal), Full-width aluminum hydraulic liftgate with minimum 3, 500 lb lifting capacity.
Price Proposal (40%), Compliance with Specifications (25%), Warranty and Service Support (15%), Delivery Schedule (10%), Experience and References (10%)
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Summary
The Fontana Unified School District is soliciting proposals for the purchase and delivery of seven new refrigerated trucks to support its Child Nutrition Services operations, under RFP No. 26/27-0010.
The scope encompasses current year Ford F-550 chassis or equal, 16 to 18-foot aluminum refrigerated cargo bodies, refrigeration units capable of maintaining 41°F or below, full-width hydraulic liftgates with a minimum 3,500 lb capacity, and compliance with federal National School Lunch Program (NSLP) funding requirements. Submissions are due through the e-procurement portal by 2:00 pm on October 5, 2026, with a question deadline of September 23, 2026. Required vehicle features include LED interior lighting, backup cameras, and optional passenger side access doors.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Seven (7) current year Ford F-550 chassis (or equal) with 18-foot (minimum 16-foot) refrigerated cargo body and Thermo King refrigeration unit (or equal), Full-width aluminum hydraulic liftgate with minimum 3, 500 lb lifting capacity.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
19- Proposal Form
- Quote for Base Price per District Requirements
- Business License
- Small Business
- Minority-Owned
- Woman Owned
- Disabled Veteran Business Verification
- Specification Worksheet (Attachment B)
- Suspension and Debarment Certification
- Certification Regarding Lobbying
- Certificate of Independent Price Determination
- Clean Air & Water Act
- Contractor’s Certificate Regarding Workers Compensation
- EDGAR Certification Form
- Iran Contracting Act
- Non-Collusion Declaration
- W9 Form
- Vendor Questionnaire
- References
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/fusd
- 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 October 5, 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: 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Seven (7) current year Ford F-550 chassis (or equal) with 18-foot (minimum 16-foot) refrigerated cargo body and Thermo King refrigeration unit (or equal), Full-width aluminum hydraulic liftgate with minimum 3, 500 lb lifting capacity.. 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 Proposal (40%), Compliance with Specifications (25%), Warranty and Service Support (15%), Delivery Schedule (10%), Experience and References (10%)" 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 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: Proposal Form, Quote for Base Price per District Requirements, Business License, Small Business, Minority-Owned, Woman Owned, and Disabled Veteran Business Verification, Specification Worksheet (Attac. 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.