Polk School District Nutrition Services As-Needed Staffing RFP 2026-5
Polk County School DistrictSchool · Cedartown, GA- Due
- Apr 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Sheila Jennings
The 30-second brief
Polk School District Nutrition Services is seeking proposals from qualified staffing agencies to provide as-needed food service personnel for school nutrition operations. The contract aims to fill temporary and/or permanent staff vacancies due to employee absences, leave, or operational needs.
Staffing services for food service personnel
Cost / Markup Percentage, Experience with School Food Service Staffing, Recruitment and Staffing Plan, Onboarding and Employee Screening, Scheduling and Staffing Technology, References and Past Performance
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Summary
Polk School District Nutrition Services is seeking proposals from qualified staffing agencies to provide as-needed food service personnel for school nutrition operations. The contract aims to fill temporary and/or permanent staff vacancies due to employee absences, leave, or operational needs.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Cost / Markup Percentage
- Experience with School Food Service Staffing
- Recruitment and Staffing Plan
- Onboarding and Employee Screening
- Scheduling and Staffing Technology
- References and Past Performance
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Staffing services for food service personnel
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Attachment A: Proposer Submission Form
- Attachment B: Specifications & Quote Sheet
- Attachment C: Delivery Site(s)/Contacts
- Attachment D: Lobbying Certification Disclosure
- Attachment E: Debarment
- Suspended and Ineligible Status
- Attachment F: Piggybacking Agreement Form
- Attachment G: Proposal Exception Form
- Attachment H: Anti-Collusion Affidavit
- Attachment I: Vendor Affidavit (E-Verify)
- Attachment J: Proposer Reference Form
REQUIRED STAFFING
Food Service Entry Level Worker
- Submit to
- 2221 Old Cedartown Rd, Cedartown, GA, 30125
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Cedartown, GA
- Reported agency
- Polk School District, Nutrition Services
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Polk County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 15, 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: 2221 Old Cedartown Rd, Cedartown, GA, 30125. For questions, contact Sheila Jennings.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Polk County School District in GA, 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 Sheila Jennings. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Food Service Entry Level Worker. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Staffing services for food service personnel. 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: "Cost / Markup Percentage, Experience with School Food Service Staffing, Recruitment and Staffing Plan, Onboarding and Employee Screening, Scheduling and Staffing Technology, References and Past Perfor..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Polk County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Polk County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Polk County 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: Attachment A: Proposer Submission Form, Attachment B: Specifications & Quote Sheet, Attachment C: Delivery Site(s)/Contacts, Attachment D: Lobbying Certification Disclosure, Attachment E: Debarment, S. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Polk County 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: Cedartown, GA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.