Montgomery County Public Schools, Frozen Potatoes, Bid 9115.13, 2026
Montgomery County Public SchoolsSchool · Rockville, MD- Due
- Sep 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Tammy Lyles
- (240) 740-7528
The 30-second brief
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS), Department of Food and Nutrition Services (DFNS), seeks bids for the furnishing and delivery of frozen potato products to the DFNS Warehouse located at 8401 Turkey Thicket Drive, Gaithersburg, MD 20879. The solicitation aims to increase locally sourced product offerings, utilizing USDA donated foods where available via the Direct Discount method. Contract term is for one (1) year with options for up to four (4) additional one-year renewal terms. Submission deadline is 2026-09-30.
Conformance to specifications, Ability to perform, Price, Past performance, Product Evaluation: nutritional profile, ingredient listing, taste/appearance evaluation, suitability for intended uses, packaging
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Summary
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS), Department of Food and Nutrition Services (DFNS), seeks bids for the furnishing and delivery of frozen potato products to the DFNS Warehouse located at 8401 Turkey Thicket Drive, Gaithersburg, MD 20879.
The solicitation aims to increase locally sourced product offerings, utilizing USDA donated foods where available via the Direct Discount method. Contract term is for one (1) year with options for up to four (4) additional one-year renewal terms. Submission deadline is 2026-09-30.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Conformance to specifications
- Ability to perform
- Price
- Past performance
- Product Evaluation: nutritional profile
- Ingredient listing
- Taste/appearance evaluation
- Suitability for intended uses
- Packaging
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Signed acknowledgement of the addenda/errata
- Bid response literature
- Customer references
- Production specification sheet
- Meal contributions (CN label or PFS)
- Product shipping information
- Letter certifying U.S. processing and Buy American compliance
- One-page summary of recall policy and procedures
- Merchandising equipment/supplies sheet
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Gaithersburg, MD
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Montgomery County Public Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 30, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Tammy Lyles.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Montgomery County Public Schools in MD, 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 Bid 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 Tammy Lyles at (240) 740-7528. 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: "Conformance to specifications, Ability to perform, Price, Past performance, Product Evaluation: nutritional profile, ingredient listing, taste/appearance evaluation, suitability for intended uses, pac..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Montgomery County Public Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Montgomery County Public Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Montgomery County Public Schools 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 Bid?
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: signed acknowledgement of the addenda/errata, bid response literature, customer references, production specification sheet, meal contributions (CN label or PFS), product shipping information, letter c. Review the full document from Montgomery County Public Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Gaithersburg, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.