Orchard School District Food Service Consulting RFP #CNS24-001
Orchard ElementarySchool · San Jose, CA- Due
- Aug 1, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 1, 2024
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Luis Gonzales
- (408) 944-0388
The 30-second brief
Orchard School District is seeking proposals from qualified consultants for food service consulting and procurement services. The contract term is five years, from September 1, 2025, to June 30, 2030. The RFP outlines requirements for proposal content, evaluation criteria, and terms and conditions.
Food service consulting and procurement services.
Service Capability (15 points), Cost (21 points), Financial Conditions, Stability, and Business Practices (10 points), Proposal Questionnaire responses, Cover Letter, etc. demonstrating understanding of requirements (15 points), Meeting meal pattern requirements, menu options, and involvement plan for Students and Staff (19 points), Accounting and Reporting Systems (10 points), Product Quality Assurance (10 points). Total points: 100.
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Summary
Orchard School District is seeking proposals from qualified consultants for food service consulting and procurement services. The contract term is five years, from September 1, 2025, to June 30, 2030. The RFP outlines requirements for proposal content, evaluation criteria, and terms and conditions.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Total points: 100.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Food service consulting and procurement services.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Attachment Checklist
- Minimum Qualifications
- Respondent Professional Standards
- Proposal Questionnaire
- Respondent References
- Authorization to Enter into an Agreement
- Fee Proposal
- Federal Certifications & Anti-Lobbying Certification Form
- State Certifications
- Determination of Independent Price Determination
- 21-Day Cycle Menu
- Terms & Conditions
- Submit to
- Orchard School District, Business Services Department, Attn: Luis Gonzales, 921 Fox Lane, San Jose, CA 95131
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Orchard School District facilities
- Reported agency
- Orchard School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Orchard Elementary?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 1, 2025. 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: Orchard School District, Business Services Department, Attn: Luis Gonzales, 921 Fox Lane, San Jose, CA 95131. For questions, contact Luis Gonzales.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Orchard Elementary in CA, 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 Luis Gonzales at (408) 944-0388. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Food service consulting and procurement 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: "Service Capability (15 points), Cost (21 points), Financial Conditions, Stability, and Business Practices (10 points), Proposal Questionnaire responses, Cover Letter, etc. demonstrating understanding..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Orchard Elementary?
All active and historical solicitations from Orchard Elementary are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Orchard Elementary 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 5 years. 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: Attachment Checklist, Minimum Qualifications, Respondent Professional Standards, Proposal Questionnaire, Respondent References, Authorization to Enter into an Agreement, Fee Proposal, Federal Certific. Review the full document from Orchard Elementary for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Orchard School District facilities. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.