Multnomah County Hunger Relief Services RFP-13-2027
Multnomah CountyCounty · Portland, OR- Due
- Sep 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 19, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jimmy Chao
- (503) 988-9808 ext 89808
The 30-second brief
Multnomah County Department of County Human Services (DCHS), Youth and Family Services (YFS), is soliciting proposals from food banks to partner with SUN Community School agencies for county-wide Hunger Relief services. The selected provider will oversee school-based food pantries and free food markets, requiring the capacity to procure, store, and deliver approximately 2.34 million pounds of food annually to a network of 29 school-based distributions. Responsibilities include contract administration, technical assistance, data collection, and leveraging outside resources. A virtual pre-proposal conference is scheduled for August 4, 2026, at 1:00 PM PDT. Proposals are due by September 2, 2026, at 4:00 PM PDT via email to [email protected]. Evaluation criteria include service delivery experience (20%), technical capacity (20%), and programmatic responsiveness (75% total programmatic weight).
Service Delivery Experiences (20%), Technical Capacity (20%), Service Delivery - Volume/Scale (20%), Leveraged Funding and Resources (10%), Service Delivery Plan/Data/Client Management (30%), Environmental Impacts (40% of business practice), Responsiveness to Community Needs (40% of business practice), Staff Support & Development (20% of business practice)
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Summary
Multnomah County Department of County Human Services (DCHS), Youth and Family Services (YFS), is soliciting proposals from food banks to partner with SUN Community School agencies for county-wide Hunger Relief services.
The selected provider will oversee school-based food pantries and free food markets, requiring the capacity to procure, store, and deliver approximately 2.34 million pounds of food annually to a network of 29 school-based distributions. Responsibilities include contract administration, technical assistance, data collection, and leveraging outside resources. A virtual pre-proposal conference is scheduled for August 4, 2026, at 1:00 PM PDT. Proposals are due by September 2, 2026, at 4:00 PM PDT via email to [email protected]. Evaluation criteria include service delivery experience (20%), technical capacity (20%), and programmatic responsiveness (75% total programmatic weight).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Buyer Attachment A - Hunger Relief Event Description.pdf
- Buyer Attachment B - Evaluation Questions and Criteria.pdf
- Buyer Attachment C - Performance Measures.pdf
- YFS Sample Contract
- MMP Supplier Access Request Form
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Multnomah County, OR
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. 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.
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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 - Volume/Scale (20%), Leveraged Funding and Resources (10%), Service Delivery Plan/Data/Client Management (30%), Environm..." 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.pdf, Buyer Attachment B - Evaluation Questions and Criteria.pdf, Buyer Attachment C - Performance Measures.pdf, YFS Sample Contract, MMP Supplier A. Review the full document from Multnomah County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Multnomah County, OR. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.