Grossmont Union High School District Vending Services RFQ 2026
Grossmont Union HighSchool · El Cajon, CA- Due
- Mar 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 4, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Rian Pinson
The 30-second brief
Grossmont Union High School District is soliciting proposals from vending service vendors to execute a contract for vending services. The contract will be for one year with four options to renew for an additional one-year term.
Vending machines and related equipment, Fully functional upkeep of equipment, Products meeting Federal and State nutrition requirements, Regular stocking, Collection of funds, Provision of nutrition facts labels, Compliance with accessibility requirements, Equipment removal, Compliance with laws/permits/licenses, Product stocking, Building access, UL rated equipment, ENERGY STAR certified machines, Energy-efficient machines with low power mode, Vending miser, Acceptance of one and five dollar bills and change, Acceptance of credit/debit cards, Handling of refunds, Ability to add new machines, Response to service calls within specified times.
Commissions/How refunds are completed, Compliance with State and Federal Guidelines and supply current snack and beverage requirements for California, Implementation Plan/Service of Machines, Spec Sheet on what a consistent snack and beverage machine would hold, including itemized list with specs., References
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Summary
Grossmont Union High School District is soliciting proposals from vending service vendors to execute a contract for vending services. The contract will be for one year with four options to renew for an additional one-year term.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Commissions/How refunds are completed, Compliance with State and Federal Guidelines and supply current snack and beverage requirements for California, Implementation Plan/Service of Machines, Spec Sheet on what a consistent snack and beverage machine would hold, including itemized list with specs., References
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
20- Vending machines and related equipment
- Fully functional upkeep of equipment
- Products meeting Federal and State nutrition requirements
- Regular stocking
- Collection of funds
- Provision of nutrition facts labels
- Compliance with accessibility requirements
- Equipment removal
- Compliance with laws/permits/licenses
- Product stocking
- Building access
- UL rated equipment
- ENERGY STAR certified machines
- Energy-efficient machines with low power mode
- Vending miser
- Acceptance of one and five dollar bills and change
- Acceptance of credit/debit cards
- Handling of refunds
- Ability to add new machines
- Response to service calls within specified times
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Draft contract for services, References
- Submit to
- Grossmont Union High School District, 1100 Murray Drive, El Cajon, CA, 92020
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- Grossmont Union High School District
- Reported agency
- Grossmont Union High School District
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Grossmont Union High?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 26, 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: Grossmont Union High School District, 1100 Murray Drive, El Cajon, CA, 92020. For questions, contact Rian Pinson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Grossmont Union High 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 RFQ 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 Rian Pinson. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Vending machines and related equipment, Fully functional upkeep of equipment, Products meeting Federal and State nutrition requirements, Regular stocking, Collection of funds, Provision of nutrition facts labels, Compliance with accessibility requirements, Equipment removal, Compliance with laws/per. 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: "Commissions/How refunds are completed, Compliance with State and Federal Guidelines and supply current snack and beverage requirements for California, Implementation Plan/Service of Machines, Spec She..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Grossmont Union High?
All active and historical solicitations from Grossmont Union High are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Grossmont Union High 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 RFQ?
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: Draft contract for services, References. Review the full document from Grossmont Union High for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Grossmont Union High School District. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.