MO Dept of Elementary and Secondary Education FSMC RFP
- Due
- Mar 18, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Heather Black
- 573-989-3813
The 30-second brief
Solicitation for a Food Service Management Company (FSMC) on a fixed-price basis. Includes RFP and contract documents for LEA to use when contracting FSMC services.
Price/Cost (25 points), Service Capability Plan (10 points), Experience, References (10 points), Financial, Condition/Stability, Business Practices (10 points), Accounting and Reporting Systems (5 points), Personnel Management (10 points), Innovation (10 points), Promotion of the School Food Service Program (15 points), Involvement of Students, Staff, and Patrons (0 points), Support for Missouri Farm to School (0 points). Total must equal 100.
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Summary
Solicitation for a Food Service Management Company (FSMC) on a fixed-price basis. Includes RFP and contract documents for LEA to use when contracting FSMC services.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Total must equal 100.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Appendix A: Summer Food Service Program (SFSP)
- Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)
- National School Lunch Program Meal Pattern
- School Breakfast Program Meal Pattern
- Afterschool Snack Requirements
- Preschool Breakfast Meal Pattern
- Preschool Lunch Meal Pattern
- Minimum Food Specifications
- Submit to
- Heather Black, 289 Broadway St/PO Box 8, Neelyville, MO 63954
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- Neelyville R-IV School District facilities
- Reported agency
- MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Neelyville R-IV School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 18, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Heather Black, 289 Broadway St/PO Box 8, Neelyville, MO 63954. For questions, contact Heather Black.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Neelyville R-IV School District in MO, 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 Heather Black at 573-989-3813. 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: "Price/Cost (25 points), Service Capability Plan (10 points), Experience, References (10 points), Financial, Condition/Stability, Business Practices (10 points), Accounting and Reporting Systems (5 poi..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Neelyville R-IV School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Neelyville R-IV School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Neelyville R-IV 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: Appendix A: Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), National School Lunch Program Meal Pattern, School Breakfast Program Meal Pattern, Afterschool Snack Requirem. Review the full document from Neelyville R-IV 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: Neelyville R-IV School District facilities. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.