Johnson County Hunger Relief FY27-28 Request for Proposals
Johnson CountyCounty · Iowa City, IA- Due
- May 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 21, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Lynette Jacoby
- (319) 356-6090
The 30-second brief
Johnson County seeks proposals for hunger relief services including mobile pantries, school programs, and fresh produce distribution for FY2027-2028. Applications are due May 20, 2026, with awards up to $100,000 per year.
Grant application, Budget narrative, IRS determination letter, Financial statements, Letters of support
Service to food deserts, homebound/transportation limited residents, increase in locally grown produce distribution, nutrition/health information provision, SNAP outreach, collaboration, demonstrated experience
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Summary
Johnson County seeks proposals for hunger relief services including mobile pantries, school programs, and fresh produce distribution for FY2027-2028. Applications are due May 20, 2026, with awards up to $100,000 per year.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Service to food deserts
- Homebound/transportation limited residents
- Increase in locally grown produce distribution
- Nutrition/health information provision
- SNAP outreach
- Collaboration
- Demonstrated experience
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Grant application
- Budget narrative
- IRS determination letter
- Financial statements
- Letters of support
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- IRS determination letter
- Most recent audit or financial statement
- Letter of Support 1
- Letter of Support 2
- Submit to
- https://www.gotomygrants.com/Public/Opportunities/Details/2ec52ea2-cb81-4a3d-b1fa-61a667edac39
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Johnson County, IA
- Reported agency
- Johnson County Social Services
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Johnson County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 20, 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: https://www.gotomygrants.com/Public/Opportunities/Details/2ec52ea2-cb81-4a3d-b1fa-61a667edac39. For questions, contact Lynette Jacoby.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Johnson County in IA, 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 Lynette Jacoby at (319) 356-6090. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Grant application, Budget narrative, IRS determination letter, Financial statements, Letters of support. 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: "Service to food deserts, homebound/transportation limited residents, increase in locally grown produce distribution, nutrition/health information provision, SNAP outreach, collaboration, demonstrated..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Johnson County?
All active and historical solicitations from Johnson County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Johnson County 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: IRS determination letter, most recent audit or financial statement, Letter of Support 1, Letter of Support 2. Review the full document from Johnson County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Johnson County, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.