Lashon Academy Vended Meals for Child Nutrition Programs RFP 2026-2027
Lashon Academy DistrictSchool · Los Angeles, CA- Due
- May 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Maria Gennaro
- (818) 514-4566
The 30-second brief
Lashon Academy (SFA) is requesting proposals for a vended meal service program for the 2026-2027 school year, covering approximately 180 school days. The scope includes the production, packaging, and delivery of freshly prepared, hot, and ready-to-eat breakfast, lunch, and afterschool snacks for four campus sites: Van Nuys, Valley Village, Woodland Hills, and City Campus. Service models include both individually packaged meals and family-style service. The vendor is responsible for providing all necessary hot/cold holding equipment, delivery, and dry/paper goods (compostable materials preferred). The contract is a fixed-price-per-meal agreement for one year with up to four one-year renewals. Proposals are due May 29, 2026, at 4:00 pm, with a question deadline of May 22, 2026. Evaluation is based on cost (50 points), service capability, menu quality, experience, and administrative capacity.
Individually packaged meals, Family-style meals, Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks, Equipment, Dry goods, Monthly invoices, Food safety documentation
Cost (50), Service Capability & Reliability (15), Menu Quality & Compliance (15), Experience & Past Performance (10), Administrative & Financial Capacity (10)
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Summary
Lashon Academy (SFA) is requesting proposals for a vended meal service program for the 2026-2027 school year, covering approximately 180 school days.
The scope includes the production, packaging, and delivery of freshly prepared, hot, and ready-to-eat breakfast, lunch, and afterschool snacks for four campus sites: Van Nuys, Valley Village, Woodland Hills, and City Campus. Service models include both individually packaged meals and family-style service. The vendor is responsible for providing all necessary hot/cold holding equipment, delivery, and dry/paper goods (compostable materials preferred). The contract is a fixed-price-per-meal agreement for one year with up to four one-year renewals. Proposals are due May 29, 2026, at 4:00 pm, with a question deadline of May 22, 2026. Evaluation is based on cost (50 points), service capability, menu quality, experience, and administrative capacity.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Individually packaged meals
- Family-style meals
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Equipment
- Dry goods
- Monthly invoices
- Food safety documentation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Exhibit A: Vendor Questionnaire
- Exhibit B: Vendor Pricing Proposal Form
- Exhibit C: Menu Cycles
- Exhibit D: Plan for Unanticipated School Closures
- Exhibit E: Debarment Certification
- Exhibit F: Certification Regarding Lobbying
- Exhibit G: Disclosure of Lobbying Activities
- Exhibit H: China Prohibition Certification
- Exhibit I: Iran Contracting Act Certification
- Exhibit J: Drug Free Workplace Certification
- Exhibit K: Proposal Attestation
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Los Angeles, CA
- Reported agency
- Lashon Academy
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Lashon Academy District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 29, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Maria Gennaro.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Lashon Academy District 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 Maria Gennaro at (818) 514-4566. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Individually packaged meals, Family-style meals, Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks, Equipment, Dry goods, Monthly invoices, Food safety documentation. 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 (50), Service Capability & Reliability (15), Menu Quality & Compliance (15), Experience & Past Performance (10), Administrative & Financial Capacity (10)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lashon Academy District?
All active and historical solicitations from Lashon Academy District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Lashon Academy District 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: Exhibit A: Vendor Questionnaire, Exhibit B: Vendor Pricing Proposal Form, Exhibit C: Menu Cycles, Exhibit D: Plan for Unanticipated School Closures, Exhibit E: Debarment Certification, Exhibit F: Cert. Review the full document from Lashon Academy District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Los Angeles, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.