Lancaster School District Processed USDA Foods & Commercial Food Products RFP #LSD-CN-2026-01
Lancaster ElementarySchool · Lancaster, CA- Due
- May 5, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 31, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Deby Candelaria
- (661) 948-4661 ext 50140
The 30-second brief
Lancaster School District is seeking proposals for the distribution of processed USDA foods and commercial food products for the 2026-2027 school year. Proposals are due by May 5, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. PST.
Product Quotation Sheet, Vendor Questionnaire, W-9 Form, Insurance Certificates, HACCP Plan, Food Security and Safety Program
Cost (30 points), Service Capability (25 points), Customer Service and References (20 points), Experience and Competence (15 points), Product Availability and Lead Times (10 points)
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Summary
Lancaster School District is seeking proposals for the distribution of processed USDA foods and commercial food products for the 2026-2027 school year. Proposals are due by May 5, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. PST.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Product Quotation Sheet
- Vendor Questionnaire
- W-9 Form
- Insurance Certificates
- HACCP Plan
- Food Security and Safety Program
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
24- Request for Proposals Signature Page
- Contract Agreement Signature Page
- Vendor Questionnaire
- W-9 Form
- Certification for SB/MBE/WBE/DVBE
- Public Liability and Property Insurance
- Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point Plan
- Food Security and Safety Program
- Operation Licenses/Permits
- Product Recall Program
- Civil Rights Certificate
- Non-Collusion Declaration
- Alcoholic Beverage and Tobacco-Free Campus Policy
- Drug-Free Workplace
- Workers Compensation Certificate
- DOJ Employment Clearance
- Suspension and Debarment Certification
- Lobbying Certification
- Iran Contracting Act Verification
- Independent Price Determination
- China Prohibition Certification
- Buy American Certification
- School District References
- Product Quotation Sheet
- Submit to
- Child Nutrition Office, 44711 N Cedar Ave, Lancaster, CA 93534
- Scope location
- Lancaster, CA
- Reported agency
- Lancaster School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Lancaster Elementary?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 5, 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: Child Nutrition Office, 44711 N Cedar Ave, Lancaster, CA 93534. For questions, contact Deby Candelaria.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Lancaster Elementary in CA, 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 Deby Candelaria at (661) 948-4661 ext 50140. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Product Quotation Sheet, Vendor Questionnaire, W-9 Form, Insurance Certificates, HACCP Plan, Food Security and Safety Program. 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: "Cost (30 points), Service Capability (25 points), Customer Service and References (20 points), Experience and Competence (15 points), Product Availability and Lead Times (10 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lancaster Elementary?
All active and historical solicitations from Lancaster Elementary are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Lancaster Elementary 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: Request for Proposals Signature Page, Contract Agreement Signature Page, Vendor Questionnaire, W-9 Form, Certification for SB/MBE/WBE/DVBE, Public Liability and Property Insurance, Hazard Analysis Cri. Review the full document from Lancaster Elementary for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lancaster, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.