Friendswood ISD Food Service Management Company RFP 2026-2027
Friendswood Independent School DistrictSchool · Friendswood, TX- Due
- Apr 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 15, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Tabitha McCain
- (281) 482-1267
The 30-second brief
This Request for Proposal (RFP) solicits proposals for school food service management services for the 2026-2027 School Year. The selected Food Service Management Company (FSMC) will manage and operate a nonprofit school food service for the SFA according to the SNP requirements of USDA and TDA.
Proposal Content, Administrative Requirements, Required Attachments, Firm Offer, Contact Information, Price Proposal Form, Anti-Collusion Affidavit, Certification Regarding Lobbying, Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying Activities, Independent Price Determination Certificate, FSMC Certification of Acknowledgement, Non-delegable School Food Authority Responsibilities, Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion for Covered Contracts
Cost, Years of Experience, Guarantee, Financial Conditions/Stability, Business Plan, Service Capacity Plan, Accounting and Reporting Systems, Personnel Management/Staffing Considerations, Promotion of the CNP/Student Engagement, Vendor performance history with similar school systems
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Summary
This Request for Proposal (RFP) solicits proposals for school food service management services for the 2026-2027 School Year. The selected Food Service Management Company (FSMC) will manage and operate a nonprofit school food service for the SFA according to the SNP requirements of USDA and TDA.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
10- Cost
- Years of Experience
- Guarantee
- Financial Conditions/Stability
- Business Plan
- Service Capacity Plan
- Accounting and Reporting Systems
- Personnel Management/Staffing Considerations
- Promotion of the CNP/Student Engagement
- Vendor performance history with similar school systems
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
15- Proposal Content
- Administrative Requirements
- Required Attachments
- Firm Offer
- Contact Information
- Price Proposal Form
- Anti-Collusion Affidavit
- Certification Regarding Lobbying
- Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying Activities
- Independent Price Determination Certificate
- FSMC Certification of Acknowledgement
- Non-delegable School Food Authority Responsibilities
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- Suspension
- Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion for Covered Contracts
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
15- Cover letter
- Table of Contents
- Firm Offer
- Offeror's contact information
- Schedule of FSMC Employees Part 2
- Price Proposal Form
- Anti-Collusion Affidavit
- Certification Regarding Lobbying
- Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying Activities
- Independent Price Determination Certificate
- FSMC Certification of Acknowledgement
- Non-delegable School Food Authority Responsibilities
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- Suspension
- Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion for Covered Contracts
REQUIRED STAFFING
15- Submit to
- 302 Laurel Dr., Friendswood, TX 77546
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Friendswood, Texas
- Reported agency
- Friendswood ISD
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Friendswood Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 2, 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: 302 Laurel Dr., Friendswood, TX 77546. For questions, contact Tabitha McCain.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Friendswood Independent School District in TX, 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 Tabitha McCain at (281) 482-1267. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Food Service Worker, Food Service Manager, Lead Office Worker, Site Manager, Food Service Director, Concessions Worker, Concessions Manager, Food Service Manager, Lead Office Worker, Food Service Director, CN Program Manager, Food Service Worker, Site Manager, Concessions Worker, Concessions Manager. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Proposal Content, Administrative Requirements, Required Attachments, Firm Offer, Contact Information, Price Proposal Form, Anti-Collusion Affidavit, Certification Regarding Lobbying, Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying Activities, Independent Price Determination Certificate, FSMC Certification of Ack. 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: "Cost, Years of Experience, Guarantee, Financial Conditions/Stability, Business Plan, Service Capacity Plan, Accounting and Reporting Systems, Personnel Management/Staffing Considerations, Promotion of..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Friendswood Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Friendswood Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Friendswood Independent 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: Cover letter, Table of Contents, Firm Offer, Offeror's contact information, Schedule of FSMC Employees Part 2, Price Proposal Form, Anti-Collusion Affidavit, Certification Regarding Lobbying, Disclosu. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Friendswood Independent 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: Friendswood, Texas. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.