Menlo Park City Elementary School District Food Service Vended Meal Contract RFP#2026-2001
Menlo Park City ElementarySchool · Atherton, CA- Due
- Apr 17, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 9, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Jackie Chen
- (650) 321-7140 ext 5605
The 30-second brief
Menlo Park City Elementary School District (SFA) is requesting proposals for a food service vendor to provide vended meal services for its food service program under RFP#2026-2001. The scope includes providing nutritious, high-quality, minimally processed breakfast and lunch meals to five school sites: Encinal Elementary, Hillview Middle, Laurel Elementary Lower, Laurel School Upper, and Oak Knoll Elementary. The contract covers the 2026/27 school year and includes summer school meal service starting June 29, 2026. Requirements include a 21-day cycle menu, compliance with National School Lunch and School Breakfast Program standards, and the ability to utilize USDA Foods and Entitlements. A mandatory pre-bid information call is scheduled for April 2, 2026, at 2:00pm PT. Proposals are due by 12:00pm PT on April 17, 2026.
Cost (30), Administrative Requirements (15), Written Proposal Presentation (20), Meal Capability and Menu (20), Vendor Stability (15)
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Summary
Menlo Park City Elementary School District (SFA) is requesting proposals for a food service vendor to provide vended meal services for its food service program under RFP#2026-2001.
The scope includes providing nutritious, high-quality, minimally processed breakfast and lunch meals to five school sites: Encinal Elementary, Hillview Middle, Laurel Elementary Lower, Laurel School Upper, and Oak Knoll Elementary. The contract covers the 2026/27 school year and includes summer school meal service starting June 29, 2026. Requirements include a 21-day cycle menu, compliance with National School Lunch and School Breakfast Program standards, and the ability to utilize USDA Foods and Entitlements. A mandatory pre-bid information call is scheduled for April 2, 2026, at 2:00pm PT. Proposals are due by 12:00pm PT on April 17, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
15- Attachments Checklist
- Mandatory Pre-bid Information Call
- Minimum Qualifications
- Proposal Questionnaire
- Respondent References
- Authorization Agreement
- Fee Proposal
- Certification Regarding Lobbying
- Certificate of Independent Price Determination
- Certificate of Compliance for Buy American
- 21-Day Cycle Menu
- Draft 26/27 SFA School Calendar
- SFA Owned Equipment List
- Food Safety and HACCP Plan
- Vendor Financial Documentation
- Submit to
- [email protected] and [email protected]
- Scope location
- Atherton, CA
- Reported agency
- Menlo Park City Elementary School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Menlo Park City Elementary?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 17, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected] and [email protected]. For questions, contact Jackie Chen.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Menlo Park City 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 Jackie Chen at (650) 321-7140 ext 5605. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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), Administrative Requirements (15), Written Proposal Presentation (20), Meal Capability and Menu (20), Vendor Stability (15)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Menlo Park City Elementary?
All active and historical solicitations from Menlo Park City Elementary are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Menlo Park City 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: Attachments Checklist, Mandatory Pre-bid Information Call, Minimum Qualifications, Proposal Questionnaire, Respondent References, Authorization Agreement, Fee Proposal, Certification Regarding Lobbyin. Review the full document from Menlo Park City 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: Atherton, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.