Lowell Community Charter Public School Vended Meals Services RFP 2026-2027
Lowell Community Charter Public (District)School · Lowell, MA- Due
- Jun 10, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 25, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Robert J. Gignac
- (978) 323-0800 ext 124
The 30-second brief
Lowell Community Charter Public School is requesting proposals for vended meal services for the Child Nutrition Program, National School Lunch Program (NSLP), and School Breakfast Program (SBP). The selected vendor will provide daily unitized meals delivered cold to be warmed onsite, following a 21-day minimum cycle menu adhering to USDA meal patterns and Buy American provisions. The project serves approximately 815 students across grades PreK-8th at 206 Jackson Street, Lowell, MA, with an estimated meal participation of 60% for breakfast and 80% for lunch. Proposals are due by June 10, 2026, at 1:00 PM, with a mandatory taste test drop-off scheduled for June 4, 2026. The initial contract term runs from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, with options to renew for up to four additional one-year terms.
Breakfast and lunch meals, Snacks, Vegan/vegetarian meals, Allergy/gluten-free meals, Sample menus, Nutritional analysis, Sample production records, Sample daily meal transport sheets, Sample itemized invoices, Marketing and promotional materials
Price Proposal (30 points), Menu & Nutrition Quality (25 points), Vendor Experience & Qualifications (15 points), Operational Approach and Support (10 points), Compliance, Monitoring & Administrative Support (10 points), Value-Added Services & Program Enhancement (5 points), Taste Test Scoring Detail (5 points)
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Summary
Lowell Community Charter Public School is requesting proposals for vended meal services for the Child Nutrition Program, National School Lunch Program (NSLP), and School Breakfast Program (SBP).
The selected vendor will provide daily unitized meals delivered cold to be warmed onsite, following a 21-day minimum cycle menu adhering to USDA meal patterns and Buy American provisions. The project serves approximately 815 students across grades PreK-8th at 206 Jackson Street, Lowell, MA, with an estimated meal participation of 60% for breakfast and 80% for lunch. Proposals are due by June 10, 2026, at 1:00 PM, with a mandatory taste test drop-off scheduled for June 4, 2026. The initial contract term runs from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, with options to renew for up to four additional one-year terms.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- Breakfast and lunch meals
- Snacks
- Vegan/vegetarian meals
- Allergy/gluten-free meals
- Sample menus
- Nutritional analysis
- Sample production records
- Sample daily meal transport sheets
- Sample itemized invoices
- Marketing and promotional materials
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Certificate of Independent Price Determination
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- Suspension
- Ineligibility
- Certification Regarding Lobbying
- Disclosure of Lobbying Activities
- Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment
- Buy American certification
- 3 professional references
- Proof of liability insurance
- Health certifications
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Lowell, MA
- Reported agency
- Lowell Community Charter Public School
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Lowell Community Charter Public (District)?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 10, 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 Robert J. Gignac.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Lowell Community Charter Public (District) in MA, 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 Robert J. Gignac at (978) 323-0800 ext 124. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Breakfast and lunch meals, Snacks, Vegan/vegetarian meals, Allergy/gluten-free meals, Sample menus, Nutritional analysis, Sample production records, Sample daily meal transport sheets, Sample itemized invoices, Marketing and promotional materials. 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: "Price Proposal (30 points), Menu & Nutrition Quality (25 points), Vendor Experience & Qualifications (15 points), Operational Approach and Support (10 points), Compliance, Monitoring & Administrative..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lowell Community Charter Public (District)?
All active and historical solicitations from Lowell Community Charter Public (District) are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Lowell Community Charter Public (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: Certificate of Independent Price Determination, Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, and Ineligibility, Certification Regarding Lobbying, Disclosure of Lobbying Activities, Byrd Anti-Lobbyin. Review the full document from Lowell Community Charter Public (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: Lowell, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
