Kitsap County Department of Human Services - Senior and Family Caregiver Nutrition Services - RFP #2026-032 (2026)
Kitsap CountyCounty · Port Orchard, WA- Due
- Oct 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 11, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Stacey Smith
- (360) 337-5624
The 30-second brief
Kitsap County Department of Human Services is seeking proposals for Senior and Family Caregiver Nutrition Services throughout Kitsap County, including senior congregate nutrition/community dining sites, home delivered meals, liquid supplement meals (Ensure Plus), nutrition education and dietary counseling, and the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program. The estimated contract period runs from January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027, with an estimated value of $592,100. Proposals are due by October 14, 2026 at 3:00 PM Pacific Time, preceded by a mandatory Letter of Intent due September 30, 2026. Applicants must demonstrate at least three years of experience and comply with Washington State business licensing and background check requirements.
Congregate community meals, Home delivered meals (hot, Frozen, Shelf-stable), Liquid nutrition supplement (Ensure Plus), Nutrition education and dietary counseling, Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program vouchers
Experience (50 points), Program Design (30 points), Quality Assurance (10 points), Internal Record Keeping (10 points)
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Summary
Kitsap County Department of Human Services is seeking proposals for Senior and Family Caregiver Nutrition Services throughout Kitsap County, including senior congregate nutrition/community dining sites, home delivered meals, liquid supplement meals (Ensure Plus), nutrition education and dietary counseling, and the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program.
The estimated contract period runs from January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027, with an estimated value of $592,100. Proposals are due by October 14, 2026 at 3:00 PM Pacific Time, preceded by a mandatory Letter of Intent due September 30, 2026. Applicants must demonstrate at least three years of experience and comply with Washington State business licensing and background check requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Congregate community meals
- Home delivered meals (hot, Frozen, Shelf-stable)
- Liquid nutrition supplement (Ensure Plus)
- Nutrition education and dietary counseling
- Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program vouchers
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Letter of Intent
- Full Proposal
- Medicaid Provider Disclosure Statement
- Certification Regarding Debarment Suspension and Other Responsibility Matters
- Certification Regarding Lobbying
- Assurance of Compliance Civil Rights Acts
- Assurance of Compliance Omnibus Budget Reconciliation
- Contractor Signature Page
- Kitsap Audit Form
- Submit to
- Procurement Coordinator, Kitsap County Department of Human Services, 614 Division Street, MS-5, Port Orchard, WA 98366
- Scope location
- Kitsap, WA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Kitsap County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 14, 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: Procurement Coordinator, Kitsap County Department of Human Services, 614 Division Street, MS-5, Port Orchard, WA 98366. For questions, contact Stacey Smith.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Kitsap County in WA, 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 Stacey Smith at (360) 337-5624. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Congregate community meals, Home delivered meals (hot, Frozen, Shelf-stable), Liquid nutrition supplement (Ensure Plus), Nutrition education and dietary counseling, Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program vouchers. 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: "Experience (50 points), Program Design (30 points), Quality Assurance (10 points), Internal Record Keeping (10 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Kitsap County?
All active and historical solicitations from Kitsap County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Kitsap 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: Letter of Intent, Full Proposal, Medicaid Provider Disclosure Statement, Certification Regarding Debarment Suspension and Other Responsibility Matters, Certification Regarding Lobbying, Assurance of C. Review the full document from Kitsap 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: Kitsap, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.