GATESVILLE ISD RFP 26-110625 Food Service Management Company
Gatesville Independent School DistrictSchool · Gatesville, TX- Due
- Mar 3, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 23, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- LeighAnn Goodwin
- (254) 865-7251
The 30-second brief
GATESVILLE ISD is soliciting proposals for food service management services for the 2026-2027 School Year. This RFP is for a fixed-price contract and outlines the terms and conditions for the procurement.
Proposal content, Financial documents, Firm Offer, Offeror's contact information, 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
Cost, Years of Experience, Guarantee, Service Capacity Plan, Promotion of the CNP/Student Engagement, Accounting and Reporting Systems, Personnel Management/Staffing Considerations, Financial Conditions/Stability, Business Plan, References
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Summary
GATESVILLE ISD is soliciting proposals for food service management services for the 2026-2027 School Year. This RFP is for a fixed-price contract and outlines the terms and conditions for the procurement.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
10- Cost
- Years of Experience
- Guarantee
- Service Capacity Plan
- Promotion of the CNP/Student Engagement
- Accounting and Reporting Systems
- Personnel Management/Staffing Considerations
- Financial Conditions/Stability
- Business Plan
- References
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
15- Proposal content
- Financial documents
- Firm Offer
- Offeror's contact information
- 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 ATTACHMENTS
20- Exhibit A: Site Information for Services Required
- Exhibit B: Budget
- Exhibit C: Charts
- Exhibit D: Designation of Program Expenses
- Exhibit E: Schedule of FSMC Employees
- Exhibit F: Food Specifications
- Exhibit G: Price Proposal Form
- Exhibit H: SFA Protest Procedures
- Exhibit I: Applicable Laws
- Exhibit J: Anti-Collusion Affidavit
- Exhibit K: Certification Regarding Lobbying
- Exhibit L: Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying Activities
- Exhibit M: Menu Cycles
- Exhibit N: Independent Price Determination Certificate
- Exhibit O: SFA Certification of Acknowledgement
- Exhibit P: FSMC Certification of Acknowledgement
- Exhibit Q: Non-delegable School Food Authority Responsibilities
- Exhibit R: CERTIFICATION REGARDING DEBARMENT
- SUSPENSION
- INELIGIBILITY AND VOLUNTARY EXCLUSION FOR COVERED CONTRACTS
REQUIRED STAFFING
Food Service Director
- Submit to
- The proposal is to be submitted via Hardcopy (Mail/Hand Delivery) in a sealed envelope marked "FSMC Proposal" with the RFP/Solicitation number.
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- Gatesville, Texas
- Reported agency
- GATESVILLE ISD
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Gatesville Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 3, 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: The proposal is to be submitted via Hardcopy (Mail/Hand Delivery) in a sealed envelope marked "FSMC Proposal" with the RFP/Solicitation number.. For questions, contact LeighAnn Goodwin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Gatesville 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 LeighAnn Goodwin at (254) 865-7251. 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 Director. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Proposal content, Financial documents, Firm Offer, Offeror's contact information, 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. 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, Service Capacity Plan, Promotion of the CNP/Student Engagement, Accounting and Reporting Systems, Personnel Management/Staffing Considerations, Financial Conditio..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Gatesville Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Gatesville Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Gatesville 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: Exhibit A: Site Information for Services Required, Exhibit B: Budget, Exhibit C: Charts, Exhibit D: Designation of Program Expenses, Exhibit E: Schedule of FSMC Employees, Exhibit F: Food Specificatio. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Gatesville 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: Gatesville, Texas. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.