Gateway STEM Academy Vended School Meals Invitation for Bid - 2026
Gateway Stem Academy Charter SchoolSchool · St Paul, MN- Due
- Aug 18, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Mohamed Ahmed
- (952) 206-4050
The 30-second brief
Gateway STEM Academy seeks bids for vended school meals under USDA School Nutrition Programs (SNP), including the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and School Breakfast Program (SBP). The selected vendor will provide non-unitized or bulk food quantities or pre-made meals delivered to specified locations or picked up by the SFA. The contract includes fixed meal pricing based on 33,000 estimated meals per school year for breakfast and lunch. Bids are due by August 18, 2026, at 3:00 PM. Requirements include compliance with federal nutritional standards, 21-day cycle menus, USDA Foods crediting, and liability insurance.
Breakfast Program, Lunch Program, Afterschool Snack (NSLP), Afterschool Snack - At Risk (CACFP), Special/a la carte Milk, Special diet meals, MN Kindergarten Milk, Summer (SFSP/SSO)
Price per meal
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Summary
Gateway STEM Academy seeks bids for vended school meals under USDA School Nutrition Programs (SNP), including the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and School Breakfast Program (SBP).
The selected vendor will provide non-unitized or bulk food quantities or pre-made meals delivered to specified locations or picked up by the SFA. The contract includes fixed meal pricing based on 33,000 estimated meals per school year for breakfast and lunch. Bids are due by August 18, 2026, at 3:00 PM. Requirements include compliance with federal nutritional standards, 21-day cycle menus, USDA Foods crediting, and liability insurance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price per meal
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Breakfast Program
- Lunch Program
- Afterschool Snack (NSLP)
- Afterschool Snack - At Risk (CACFP)
- Special/a la carte Milk
- Special diet meals
- MN Kindergarten Milk
- Summer (SFSP/SSO)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Bid Sheet - Vended School Meals
- Independent Price Determination Certification
- Certification Regarding Debarment Suspension Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion
- Certification Regarding Lobbying
- Assurance of Civil Rights Compliance Certification
- Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- 1885 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- St Paul, MN
- Reported agency
- Gateway STEM Academy
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Gateway Stem Academy Charter School?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 18, 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: 1885 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104. For questions, contact Mohamed Ahmed.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Gateway Stem Academy Charter School in MN, 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 IFB 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 Mohamed Ahmed at (952) 206-4050. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Breakfast Program, Lunch Program, Afterschool Snack (NSLP), Afterschool Snack - At Risk (CACFP), Special/a la carte Milk, Special diet meals, MN Kindergarten Milk, Summer (SFSP/SSO). 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 per meal" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Gateway Stem Academy Charter School?
All active and historical solicitations from Gateway Stem Academy Charter School are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Gateway Stem Academy Charter School 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 IFB?
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: Bid Sheet - Vended School Meals, Independent Price Determination Certification, Certification Regarding Debarment Suspension Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion, Certification Regarding Lobbying, As. Review the full document from Gateway Stem Academy Charter School for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: St Paul, MN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.