Hardin County Unit District #1 Food Service Products RFP 2026-2027
Hardin County CUSD 1School · Elizabethtown, IL- Due
- May 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Andy Edmondson
- (618) 287-2411
The 30-second brief
Hardin County CUSD #1 is requesting proposals for food, disposable, and cleaning products for its K-12 facility for the 2026-2027 school year. Proposals are due by 2:00 PM on May 27, 2026.
Food Service Proposal, Bid Rigging Certification, Certification Regarding Debarment, Disclosure of Lobbying Activities, Attachment A Bidder Contact Information, Contractor Questionnaire
50% Price and quality, 20% Product line/Capacity/Reliability, 15% Delivery, 15% Customer Service
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Summary
Hardin County CUSD #1 is requesting proposals for food, disposable, and cleaning products for its K-12 facility for the 2026-2027 school year. Proposals are due by 2:00 PM on May 27, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- 50% Price and quality
- 20% Product line/Capacity/Reliability
- 15% Delivery
- 15% Customer Service
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Food Service Proposal
- Bid Rigging Certification
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- Disclosure of Lobbying Activities
- Attachment A Bidder Contact Information
- Contractor Questionnaire
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Attachment A
- Bid Rigging Certification
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- Disclosure of Lobbying Activities
- Contractor Questionnaire
- Submit to
- Office of the Superintendent, BIDS, Hardin County CUSD #1, PO Box 218, Elizabethtown, IL 62931
- Duration
- 11 months
- Scope location
- Elizabethtown, IL
- Reported agency
- Hardin County Unit District #1
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Hardin County CUSD 1?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 27, 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: Office of the Superintendent, BIDS, Hardin County CUSD #1, PO Box 218, Elizabethtown, IL 62931. For questions, contact Andy Edmondson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Hardin County CUSD 1 in IL, 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 Andy Edmondson at (618) 287-2411. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Food Service Proposal, Bid Rigging Certification, Certification Regarding Debarment, Disclosure of Lobbying Activities, Attachment A Bidder Contact Information, Contractor Questionnaire. 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: "50% Price and quality, 20% Product line/Capacity/Reliability, 15% Delivery, 15% Customer Service" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Hardin County CUSD 1?
All active and historical solicitations from Hardin County CUSD 1 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Hardin County CUSD 1 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: Attachment A, Bid Rigging Certification, Certification Regarding Debarment, Disclosure of Lobbying Activities, Contractor Questionnaire. Review the full document from Hardin County CUSD 1 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Elizabethtown, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.