New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets - NYS Regional School Food Infrastructure Grant Program - RFP #0423 (2026)
NY-State-Department of Agriculture and MarketsState · Albany, NY- Due
- Jan 22, 2027
- 97 days left
- Posted
- Sep 15, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Matthew Wilson
- (518) 457-1605
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is seeking proposals for Round 4 of the 2026 Regional School Food Infrastructure Grant Program, RFP #0423 (Event ID AGM-RSFI26). The grant supports capital projects including construction, renovation, alteration, rehabilitation, equipment, vehicles, and permanent facilities for food storage hubs, aggregation, and commissary-type kitchens to increase the use of fresh NYS farm products for K-12 schools. $10,000,000 is available for this round, providing awards of up to $5,000,000 per region across eligible NYS regions, requiring a minimum 5% match. Applications are due by January 22, 2027, at 3:00 PM via the Statewide Financial System Grants Management System (SFS GM). A non-mandatory informational workshop will be held on September 25, 2026, with question submissions due by December 11, 2026.
Business Plan Template (50 points), Reasonableness of Cost (10 points), Quantification of Project Benefits (20 points), Outside Support (20 points)
SUMMARY
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is seeking proposals for Round 4 of the 2026 Regional School Food Infrastructure Grant Program, RFP #0423 (Event ID AGM-RSFI26).
The grant supports capital projects including construction, renovation, alteration, rehabilitation, equipment, vehicles, and permanent facilities for food storage hubs, aggregation, and commissary-type kitchens to increase the use of fresh NYS farm products for K-12 schools. $10,000,000 is available for this round, providing awards of up to $5,000,000 per region across eligible NYS regions, requiring a minimum 5% match. Applications are due by January 22, 2027, at 3:00 PM via the Statewide Financial System Grants Management System (SFS GM). A non-mandatory informational workshop will be held on September 25, 2026, with question submissions due by December 11, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Vending and Backhauling Acknowledgement Form, Business Plan Template, MWBE Utilization Plan, Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprise and Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement (Form MWBE EE01), Workforce Utilization Report, SDVOB Utilization Plan, Substitute W-9 Form
- Submit to
- https://www.sfs.ny.gov/
- Scope location
- Albany, NY
- Reported agency
- New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from NY-State-Department of Agriculture and Markets?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 22, 2027. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.sfs.ny.gov/. For questions, contact Matthew Wilson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including NY-State-Department of Agriculture and Markets in NY, 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 Matthew Wilson at (518) 457-1605. 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: "Business Plan Template (50 points), Reasonableness of Cost (10 points), Quantification of Project Benefits (20 points), Outside Support (20 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of January 22, 2027, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Vending and Backhauling Acknowledgement Form, Business Plan Template, MWBE Utilization Plan, Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprise and Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement (Form MWBE E. Review the full document from NY-State-Department of Agriculture and Markets for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Albany, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.