KIPDA Title III C Nutrition Program Meal Preparation RFP 2026
Kentuckiana Regional Planning and Development AgencyMPO · Louisville, KY- Due
- Mar 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 9, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Jarrett Haley
The 30-second brief
Seeks proposals for meal preparation services for the Title III C Nutrition Program for Older Adults, serving the Kentucky counties of Bullitt, Henry, Jefferson, Oldham, Shelby, Spencer and Trimble. The program aims to provide nutritious meals to older adults, with an option for limited direct-to-client delivery.
Meal preparation services, Potentially including limited direct delivery; adherence to nutritional requirements; menu planning; food safety and quality control; reporting.
Technical Proposal (Project Summary, Program Description and Proposed Services, Organizational Capacity, Experience and Qualifications, Menu Quality, Food Safety & Quality Control, Delivery & Logistics, Customer Service & Flexibility, Transition Plan), Cost Proposal (Itemized budget, budget narrative).
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Summary
Seeks proposals for meal preparation services for the Title III C Nutrition Program for Older Adults, serving the Kentucky counties of Bullitt, Henry, Jefferson, Oldham, Shelby, Spencer and Trimble.
The program aims to provide nutritious meals to older adults, with an option for limited direct-to-client delivery.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Technical Proposal (Project Summary, Program Description and Proposed Services, Organizational Capacity, Experience and Qualifications, Menu Quality, Food Safety & Quality Control, Delivery & Logistics, Customer Service & Flexibility, Transition Plan), Cost Proposal (Itemized budget, budget narrative).
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Meal preparation services, Potentially including limited direct delivery
- Adherence to nutritional requirements
- Menu planning
- Food safety and quality control
- Reporting
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Organization Profile Form
- Technical Proposal
- Cost Proposal (Excel file AND Budget Narrative)
- Acknowledgement of General Terms & Conditions and Taxonomy & Terminology
- Prohibited Employee & Volunteer Activities Form
- Resources for Match
- Certification of Current Cost or Pricing Data
- Sworn Statement Regarding Violations of Kentucky Revised Statutes (if applicable)
- Submit to
- https://kipda.bonfirehub.com/
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Bullitt, Henry, Jefferson, Oldham, Shelby, Spencer and Trimble counties, Kentucky
- Reported agency
- Kentuckiana Regional Planning & Development Agency
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Kentuckiana Regional Planning and Development Agency?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 2, 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://kipda.bonfirehub.com/. For questions, contact Jarrett Haley.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Kentuckiana Regional Planning and Development Agency in KY, 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 Jarrett Haley. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Meal preparation services, Potentially including limited direct delivery; adherence to nutritional requirements; menu planning; food safety and quality control; reporting.. 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: "Technical Proposal (Project Summary, Program Description and Proposed Services, Organizational Capacity, Experience and Qualifications, Menu Quality, Food Safety & Quality Control, Delivery & Logistic..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Kentuckiana Regional Planning and Development Agency?
All active and historical solicitations from Kentuckiana Regional Planning and Development Agency are tracked and searchable. As a mpo agency, Kentuckiana Regional Planning and Development Agency 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 3 years. 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: Organization Profile Form, Technical Proposal, Cost Proposal (Excel file AND Budget Narrative), Acknowledgement of General Terms & Conditions and Taxonomy & Terminology, Prohibited Employee & Voluntee. Review the full document from Kentuckiana Regional Planning and Development Agency for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bullitt, Henry, Jefferson, Oldham, Shelby, Spencer and Trimble counties, Kentucky. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.