Pleasanton Unified School District Farm to School Organic Produce RFP #2627-06
Alameda County Office of EducationCounty · Hayward, CA- Due
- Sep 3, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Clell Hoffman
The 30-second brief
The Pleasanton Unified School District, on behalf of the ACTION Purchasing Cooperative (including Albany, Alameda, and San Leandro Unified School Districts), is soliciting proposals for the provision and delivery of Farm to School Organic Produce Products. The goal is to establish a monthly fixed-price contract for certified organic, locally grown produce from small, minority-owned, and women-owned businesses, supporting socially disadvantaged farmers or ranchers (SDFRs). The scope includes staff training on best practices for purchasing, receiving, storing, and preparing fresh fruits and vegetables. Proposals must be submitted electronically by September 3, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. PT. The contract term is from September 11, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with options to renew for two additional twelve-month periods.
Statements of qualifications, Proposals, Itemized Bid List, Organic certificates, Staff training, Velocity reports
Price (45), Service Reliability and Past Performance (35), Delivery Specifications (15), Minimum Delivery Amount (10), Local Geographic Preference (10), Technology and Reports (10), Safety Records and Controls (5), Small Business Status (2), SDFR Support (2), Minority-Owned Status (2)
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Summary
The Pleasanton Unified School District, on behalf of the ACTION Purchasing Cooperative (including Albany, Alameda, and San Leandro Unified School Districts), is soliciting proposals for the provision and delivery of Farm to School Organic Produce Products.
The goal is to establish a monthly fixed-price contract for certified organic, locally grown produce from small, minority-owned, and women-owned businesses, supporting socially disadvantaged farmers or ranchers (SDFRs). The scope includes staff training on best practices for purchasing, receiving, storing, and preparing fresh fruits and vegetables. Proposals must be submitted electronically by September 3, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. PT. The contract term is from September 11, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with options to renew for two additional twelve-month periods.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Statements of qualifications
- Proposals
- Itemized Bid List
- Organic certificates
- Staff training
- Velocity reports
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
23- Proposal Submission Checklist
- Delivery Sites & Frequency
- Service Level Agreement
- Signature Page
- References
- Evaluation Criteria Scoring
- Vendor Questionnaire
- Certificate of Independent Price Determination
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Insurance Coverage Statement
- Workers Compensation Certificate
- Drug-Free Workplace Certification
- Equal Opportunity Employment
- Fingerprint Clearance Certification
- Certification and Disclosure Statements
- Suspension and Debarment Certification
- Lobbying Certification
- Iran Contracting Act Affidavit
- Clean Air and Water Certification
- Buy American Certification
- Itemized Bid List
- Delivery Schedule
- HACCP Plan
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Pleasanton, CA
- Reported agency
- Pleasanton Unified School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Alameda County Office of Education?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 3, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Clell Hoffman.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Alameda County Office of Education 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 Clell Hoffman. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Statements of qualifications, Proposals, Itemized Bid List, Organic certificates, Staff training, Velocity reports. 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: "Price (45), Service Reliability and Past Performance (35), Delivery Specifications (15), Minimum Delivery Amount (10), Local Geographic Preference (10), Technology and Reports (10), Safety Records and..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Alameda County Office of Education?
All active and historical solicitations from Alameda County Office of Education are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Alameda County Office of Education 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: Proposal Submission Checklist, Delivery Sites & Frequency, Service Level Agreement, Signature Page, References, Evaluation Criteria Scoring, Vendor Questionnaire, Certificate of Independent Price Dete. Review the full document from Alameda County Office of Education for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Pleasanton, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.