Jersey City Public Schools Commercial Vended Meals RFP PD25-26-CC7-65
Jersey City Public SchoolsSchool · Jersey City, NJ- Due
- Nov 25, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2025
- Primary contact
- Jennifer Zeligson
- (201) 413-6921
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Summary
The Jersey City Board of Education (JCPS) is soliciting competitive proposals for nutritious, well-balanced, and age-appropriate vended meals and related components for school food service.
The selected vendor will provide pre-packaged or pre-plated meals/meal components, prepared and cooked offsite at their own facility without milk. All services must comply with United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) School Nutrition Programs and applicable USDA regulations. Proposals are due by November 25, 2025, at 346 Claremont Avenue, Jersey City, NJ. Contact Jennifer Zeligson at (201) 413-6921 for inquiries regarding solicitation PD25-26-CC7-65.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
BID SPECIFICATIONS - ATTACHMENTS
- Submit to
- 346 Claremont Avenue,, Jersey City, NJ, 07305
- Scope location
- Jersey City, NJ
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Jersey City Public Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 25, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 346 Claremont Avenue,, Jersey City, NJ, 07305. For questions, contact Jennifer Zeligson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Jersey City Public Schools in NJ, 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 Jennifer Zeligson at (201) 413-6921. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Jersey City Public Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Jersey City Public Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Jersey City Public Schools regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: BID SPECIFICATIONS - ATTACHMENTS. Review the full document from Jersey City Public Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Jersey City, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.