Multnomah County Hunger Relief Services RFP-13-2027 2026
- Due
- Sep 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 19, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jimmy Chao
- (503) 988-9808 ext 89808
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Multnomah County Department of County Human Services (DCHS), Youth and Family Services (YFS) division, is soliciting proposals for Hunger Relief Services under RFP-13-2027. The county seeks a food bank partner to support 29 school-based food distributions and free food markets in partnership with SUN Community School agencies. The contractor must have the capacity to procure, store, and deliver approximately 2.34 million pounds of food annually, providing technical assistance, training, data collection, and contract administration for subcontracted school providers. Evaluation criteria include service delivery experience (20%), technical capacity (20%), leveraged funding (10%), and responsible business practices (25%). Proposals are due by September 2, 2026, at 4:00 PM PDT via email to Jimmy Chao.
Service Delivery Plan, Data Infrastructure and Client Management plan, Environmental Impacts statement, Staff Support & Development plan
Service Delivery Experiences (20%), Technical Capacity (20%), Service Delivery (20%), Leveraged Funding and Resources (10%), Service Delivery Plan/Data Infrastructure (30%), Environmental Impacts (10%), Responsiveness to Community Needs (10%), Staff Support & Development (5%)
SUMMARY
Multnomah County Department of County Human Services (DCHS), Youth and Family Services (YFS) division, is soliciting proposals for Hunger Relief Services under RFP-13-2027.
The county seeks a food bank partner to support 29 school-based food distributions and free food markets in partnership with SUN Community School agencies. The contractor must have the capacity to procure, store, and deliver approximately 2.34 million pounds of food annually, providing technical assistance, training, data collection, and contract administration for subcontracted school providers. Evaluation criteria include service delivery experience (20%), technical capacity (20%), leveraged funding (10%), and responsible business practices (25%). Proposals are due by September 2, 2026, at 4:00 PM PDT via email to Jimmy Chao.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Service Delivery Plan
- Data Infrastructure and Client Management plan
- Environmental Impacts statement
- Staff Support & Development plan
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Buyer Attachment A - Hunger Relief Event Description
- Buyer Attachment B - Evaluation Questions and Criteria
- Buyer Attachment C - Performance Measures
- YFS Sample Contract
- MMP Supplier Access Request Form
- Submit to
- [email protected]
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Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Multnomah County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 2, 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 Jimmy Chao.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Multnomah County in OR, 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 Jimmy Chao at (503) 988-9808 ext 89808. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Service Delivery Plan, Data Infrastructure and Client Management plan, Environmental Impacts statement, Staff Support & Development plan. 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: "Service Delivery Experiences (20%), Technical Capacity (20%), Service Delivery (20%), Leveraged Funding and Resources (10%), Service Delivery Plan/Data Infrastructure (30%), Environmental Impacts (10%..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Multnomah County?
All active and historical solicitations from Multnomah County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Multnomah County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Buyer Attachment A - Hunger Relief Event Description, Buyer Attachment B - Evaluation Questions and Criteria, Buyer Attachment C - Performance Measures, YFS Sample Contract, MMP Supplier Access Reques. Review the full document from Multnomah County for the complete list.