Moorhead Area Public Schools Prime Vendor Grocery RFP 2026
Moorhead Public School DistrictSchool · Moorhead, MN- Due
- May 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Ashley Schneider
The 30-second brief
Moorhead Area Public Schools ISD 152 is seeking proposals for a Prime Vendor for grocery and school food services. The RFP outlines school objectives, procedural requirements, school requirements for the prime vendor, standard terms and conditions, and evaluation criteria. Proposals are due by May 20, 2026.
Prime Vendor services for food products, Including product specifications, Delivery, And related services.
Price, Completeness of product line / volume of special orders, Distributor experience & qualifications / Past performance with School/Distributor references/reputation, Computer capabilities, Customer Service & Regulatory support, NOI & FFS Capabilities, Foodservice Consultant Trained in School requirements, Operational plan & procedures, Ability to meet service characteristics described by School, Degree of ancillary services that impact School needs
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Summary
Moorhead Area Public Schools ISD 152 is seeking proposals for a Prime Vendor for grocery and school food services.
The RFP outlines school objectives, procedural requirements, school requirements for the prime vendor, standard terms and conditions, and evaluation criteria. Proposals are due by May 20, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
10- Price
- Completeness of product line / volume of special orders
- Distributor experience & qualifications / Past performance with School/Distributor references/reputation
- Computer capabilities
- Customer Service & Regulatory support
- NOI & FFS Capabilities
- Foodservice Consultant Trained in School requirements
- Operational plan & procedures
- Ability to meet service characteristics described by School
- Degree of ancillary services that impact School needs
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Prime Vendor services for food products
- Including product specifications
- Delivery
- Related services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Checklist of Requirements for Proposal
- Instructions to Distributor for Completing Product List
- Cover sheet “School Food Service Prime Vendor Proposal"
- Proposal for Distribution of USDA Commodities
- Product List
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Moorhead, MN
- Reported agency
- Moorhead Area Public Schools ISD 152
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Moorhead Public School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 20, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Ashley Schneider.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Moorhead 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 Ashley Schneider. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Prime Vendor services for food products, Including product specifications, Delivery, And related services.. 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: "Price, Completeness of product line / volume of special orders, Distributor experience & qualifications / Past performance with School/Distributor references/reputation, Computer capabilities, Custome..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Moorhead Public School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Moorhead Public School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Moorhead 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: Checklist of Requirements for Proposal, Instructions to Distributor for Completing Product List, Cover sheet “School Food Service Prime Vendor Proposal", Proposal for Distribution of USDA Commodities,. Review the full document from Moorhead 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: Moorhead, MN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
