Pearl Public School District RFP #302 Food Service Management
- Due
- Mar 5, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Paige Bromen
The 30-second brief
Pearl Public School District (PPSD SFA) is accepting proposals for the MANAGEMENT OF FOOD SERVICE OPERATIONS from qualified Food Service Management Companies (FSMC). The agreement will be for a "Cost of Operations, plus Fee" type.
Proposal bonding documents, Proof of Insurance, MS Secretary of State Business ID Number, W-9 Form, Dun & Bradstreet Number
Company Experience, Financial Standing, Record of Past Performance, and References; Marketing Programs; Staffing, Training and Transition Plans; Nutrition: Menus, Nutrition Education & Nutrient Analysis; Financial Plan including Fee Structure
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Summary
Pearl Public School District (PPSD SFA) is accepting proposals for the MANAGEMENT OF FOOD SERVICE OPERATIONS from qualified Food Service Management Companies (FSMC). The agreement will be for a "Cost of Operations, plus Fee" type.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Company Experience, Financial Standing, Record of Past Performance, and References
- Marketing Programs
- Staffing, Training and Transition Plans
- Nutrition: Menus, Nutrition Education & Nutrient Analysis
- Financial Plan including Fee Structure
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Proposal bonding documents
- Proof of Insurance
- MS Secretary of State Business ID Number
- W-9 Form
- Dun & Bradstreet Number
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Schedule A
- Schedule B
- Schedule C
- Schedule D
- Schedule E
- Schedule F
- Exhibit B
- Exhibit C
- Exhibit D
- Exhibit E
- Exhibit F
- Exhibit G
- Submit to
- Pearl Public School District, ATTN: Paige Bromen, 3375 Highway 80 East, Pearl, MS 39208
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- Pearl, Mississippi
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Pearl Public School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 5, 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: Pearl Public School District, ATTN: Paige Bromen, 3375 Highway 80 East, Pearl, MS 39208. For questions, contact Paige Bromen.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Pearl Public School District in MS, 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 Paige Bromen. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Proposal bonding documents, Proof of Insurance, MS Secretary of State Business ID Number, W-9 Form, Dun & Bradstreet Number. 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: "Company Experience, Financial Standing, Record of Past Performance, and References; Marketing Programs; Staffing, Training and Transition Plans; Nutrition: Menus, Nutrition Education & Nutrient Analys..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Pearl Public School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Pearl Public School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Pearl 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: Schedule A, Schedule B, Schedule C, Schedule D, Schedule E, Schedule F, Exhibit B, Exhibit C, Exhibit D, Exhibit E, Exhibit F, Exhibit G. Review the full document from Pearl 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: Pearl, Mississippi. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.