Plainfield CCSD 202 Food Service Management Company RFP
Plainfield SD 202School · Plainfield, IL- Due
- Mar 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 6, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Richard Engstrom
- (815) 577-4922
The 30-second brief
This RFP seeks proposals from Food Service Management Companies (FSMCs) to operate the SFA's food service program at facilities identified in Exhibit A. The FSMC will provide onsite management and operational support, including consulting, purchasing, receiving, storing, preparation, setup, counter service, cleanup, sanitation, training, hiring, and supervision of personnel. The program will include the use of USDA Foods.
Federal Mandate Price/ Cost Proposal, Menu Selection, Use of USDA Foods, Food Quality, Portion Sizes, FSMC Experience, Management Plan, References, Service Capability, Financial Conditions/ Stability, Accounting and Reporting Systems, Personnel Management and Professional Standards Plan, Promotion/ Marketing in School Food Service, IL State Mandated: Promotion of health and well-being of students, IL State Mandated: Local food products, IL State Mandated: Hormone and pest practices, IL State Mandated: Animal welfare, IL State Mandated: Contracting with Small and Minority Businesses, Women's Business Enterprises, and Labor Surplus Area Firms
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Summary
This RFP seeks proposals from Food Service Management Companies (FSMCs) to operate the SFA's food service program at facilities identified in Exhibit A. The FSMC will provide onsite management and operational support, including consulting, purchasing, receiving, storing, preparation, setup, counter service, cleanup, sanitation, training, hiring, and supervision of personnel.
The program will include the use of USDA Foods.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
20- Federal Mandate Price/ Cost Proposal
- Menu Selection
- Use of USDA Foods
- Food Quality
- Portion Sizes
- FSMC Experience
- Management Plan
- References
- Service Capability
- Financial Conditions/ Stability
- Accounting and Reporting Systems
- Personnel Management and Professional Standards Plan
- Promotion/ Marketing in School Food Service
- IL State Mandated: Promotion of health and well-being of students
- IL State Mandated: Local food products
- IL State Mandated: Hormone and pest practices
- IL State Mandated: Animal welfare
- IL State Mandated: Contracting with Small and Minority Businesses
- Women's Business Enterprises
- Labor Surplus Area Firms
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
14- Exhibit A
- Exhibit B-1
- Exhibit B-2
- Exhibit B-3
- Exhibit C
- Exhibit D
- Exhibit E
- Exhibit F
- Exhibit G
- Exhibit H
- Exhibit I
- Exhibit J
- Exhibit K
- Exhibit L
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- Plainfield, IL
- Reported agency
- Plainfield Community Consolidated School District 202
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Plainfield SD 202?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 24, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. For questions, contact Richard Engstrom.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Plainfield SD 202 in IL, 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 Richard Engstrom at (815) 577-4922. 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: "Federal Mandate Price/ Cost Proposal, Menu Selection, Use of USDA Foods, Food Quality, Portion Sizes, FSMC Experience, Management Plan, References, Service Capability, Financial Conditions/ Stability,..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Plainfield SD 202?
All active and historical solicitations from Plainfield SD 202 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Plainfield SD 202 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: Exhibit A, Exhibit B-1, Exhibit B-2, Exhibit B-3, Exhibit C, Exhibit D, Exhibit E, Exhibit F, Exhibit G, Exhibit H, Exhibit I, Exhibit J, Exhibit K, Exhibit L. Review the full document from Plainfield SD 202 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, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.