Montgomery County Intermediate Unit Vended Meals IFB and Contract 2026-2027
Montgomery County IU 23Special District · Norristown, PA- Due
- Aug 18, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 14, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Kristen Barrett
- (484) 682-8387
The 30-second brief
Montgomery County Intermediate Unit is soliciting bids for the preparation and delivery of vended meals for its School Nutrition Programs for the 2026-2027 school year. Bids are due by August 18, 2026.
Unitized or bulk meals, Delivery slips, Production records, Menus
Lowest price from a responsive and responsible vendor
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Summary
Montgomery County Intermediate Unit is soliciting bids for the preparation and delivery of vended meals for its School Nutrition Programs for the 2026-2027 school year. Bids are due by August 18, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest price from a responsive and responsible vendor
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Unitized or bulk meals
- Delivery slips
- Production records
- Menus
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Appendix A (Debarment)
- Appendix B (Lobbying)
- Appendix C (Independent Price Determination)
- Attachment A (Site Information)
- Attachment B (Price Rates)
- Attachment C (Payment Terms)
- Bid Guarantee
- Submit to
- Montgomery County Intermediate Unit, Attention: Kristen Barrett and Bukola Bedu, 2 W Lafayette St, Norristown, PA 19401
- Scope location
- Norristown, PA
- Reported agency
- Montgomery County Intermediate Unit
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Montgomery County IU 23?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 18, 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: Montgomery County Intermediate Unit, Attention: Kristen Barrett and Bukola Bedu, 2 W Lafayette St, Norristown, PA 19401. For questions, contact Kristen Barrett.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Montgomery County IU 23 in PA, 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 IFB 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 Kristen Barrett at (484) 682-8387. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Unitized or bulk meals, Delivery slips, Production records, Menus. 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: "Lowest price from a responsive and responsible vendor" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Montgomery County IU 23?
All active and historical solicitations from Montgomery County IU 23 are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, Montgomery County IU 23 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 IFB?
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 (Debarment), Appendix B (Lobbying), Appendix C (Independent Price Determination), Attachment A (Site Information), Attachment B (Price Rates), Attachment C (Payment Terms), Bid Guarantee. Review the full document from Montgomery County IU 23 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Norristown, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.