Plainfield Board of Education Food Service Management Services RFP FSMC RFP 26-27
Plainfield Public School DistrictSchool · Plainfield, NJ- Due
- Apr 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 20, 2026
- Primary contact
- Cameron E. Cox
The 30-second brief
The Plainfield Board of Education is requesting proposals for school food service management services (FSMC) under RFP FSMC RFP 26-27. The selected vendor will provide management services in accordance with United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) regulations and New Jersey Department of Agriculture (NJDA) guidelines. Bidders must be registered with the NJDA Division of Food and Nutrition and comply with N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. A mandatory pre-proposal meeting and school tour is scheduled for April 10, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Plainfield High School. Sealed proposals are due by April 28, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Written questions regarding the RFP must be submitted by April 14, 2026.
Food Services Management Proposal
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Summary
The Plainfield Board of Education is requesting proposals for school food service management services (FSMC) under RFP FSMC RFP 26-27.
The selected vendor will provide management services in accordance with United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) regulations and New Jersey Department of Agriculture (NJDA) guidelines. Bidders must be registered with the NJDA Division of Food and Nutrition and comply with N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. A mandatory pre-proposal meeting and school tour is scheduled for April 10, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Plainfield High School. Sealed proposals are due by April 28, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Written questions regarding the RFP must be submitted by April 14, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Food Services Management Proposal
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
NJDA registration, N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 compliance documentation
- Submit to
- 1200 Myrtle Avenue, Plainfield, New Jersey 07063
- Scope location
- Plainfield, NJ
- Reported agency
- Plainfield Board of Education
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Plainfield Public School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 28, 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: 1200 Myrtle Avenue, Plainfield, New Jersey 07063. For questions, contact Cameron E. Cox.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Plainfield Public School District in NJ, 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 Cameron E. Cox. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Food Services Management Proposal. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Plainfield Public School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Plainfield Public School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Plainfield Public School District 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: NJDA registration, N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 compliance documentation. Review the full document from Plainfield 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: Plainfield, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.