Request for Proposal (RFP) for Local Harvest Food Products
Minneapolis Public School DistrictSchool · Minneapolis, MN- Due
- Feb 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 18, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Christopher Boyce
The 30-second brief
Minneapolis Public Schools is seeking proposals from small organizations and individuals wishing to provide locally grown produce, grains, and other products for the School Nutrition program. Vendors who are interested in selling animal proteins (meats/dairy products), and produce farms whose annual gross sales exceed $1.5 million should not respond to this Request for Proposal.
Organizational capacity, Equity & Diversity, High quality produce/products, Food Safety, Customer Service, Community Connection, Values Alignment, Sustainability, Price, Alignment, Availability, Size
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Summary
Minneapolis Public Schools is seeking proposals from small organizations and individuals wishing to provide locally grown produce, grains, and other products for the School Nutrition program.
Vendors who are interested in selling animal proteins (meats/dairy products), and produce farms whose annual gross sales exceed $1.5 million should not respond to this Request for Proposal.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
12- Organizational capacity
- Equity & Diversity
- High quality produce/products
- Food Safety
- Customer Service
- Community Connection
- Values Alignment
- Sustainability
- Price
- Alignment
- Availability
- Size
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Response Form, Appendix Materials
- Submit to
- 1250 West Broadway Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55411
- Scope location
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Reported agency
- Minneapolis Public Schools
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Minneapolis Public School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 2, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 1250 West Broadway Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55411. For questions, contact Christopher Boyce.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Minneapolis Public School District in MN, 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 Christopher Boyce. 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: "Organizational capacity, Equity & Diversity, High quality produce/products, Food Safety, Customer Service, Community Connection, Values Alignment, Sustainability, Price, Alignment, Availability, Size" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Minneapolis Public School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Minneapolis Public School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Minneapolis Public School 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: Response Form, Appendix Materials. Review the full document from Minneapolis Public School 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: Minneapolis, Minnesota. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.