Poway Unified School District RFP 2026-18 Fresh Bread Products
Poway UnifiedSchool · San Diego, CA- Due
- Apr 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Renee Gonzalez
- (858) 748-0010
The 30-second brief
Poway Unified School District is seeking proposals for fresh bread products to be delivered to its school sites. The contract will be for a one-year term with potential for renewal. Proposals will be evaluated based on price and overall value.
Fresh bread products
Price and overall evaluation, including factors such as pricing, ordering procedures, delivery plan, customer service, company history/references, and nutritional labeling.
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Summary
Poway Unified School District is seeking proposals for fresh bread products to be delivered to its school sites. The contract will be for a one-year term with potential for renewal. Proposals will be evaluated based on price and overall value.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Price and overall evaluation
- Including factors such as pricing
- Ordering procedures
- Delivery plan
- Customer service
- Company history/references
- Nutritional labeling
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Fresh bread products
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
24- Cover Letter
- Proposal Form
- Vendor Reference Form
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Iran Contracting Act Certification
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- Suspension
- Other Responsibility Matters
- Certification Regarding Lobbying
- Disclosure of Lobbying Activities
- Criminal Background Investigation / Fingerprinting Certification
- Vendor Certifications
- Buy American Provision Exception Request
- Clean Air and Water Certification
- Sample Invoice
- Sample Monthly Statement
- California Processed Food Registration (PFR) Certificate
- Nutrition Facts Panel and Ingredients List
- Evidence of Domestic Origin
- Child Nutrition (CN) Label or Product Formulation Statement (PFS)
- Copy of Most Recent Health Inspection Report
- HACCP Program Documentation
- Completed Excel Proposal Sheet
- Addenda Acknowledgement(s)
- Submit to
- 13626 Twin Peaks Road, Building 700, Poway, CA 92064
- Duration
- 36 months
- Reported agency
- Poway Unified School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Poway Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 2, 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: 13626 Twin Peaks Road, Building 700, Poway, CA 92064. For questions, contact Renee Gonzalez.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Poway Unified 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 Renee Gonzalez at (858) 748-0010. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Fresh bread products. 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 and overall evaluation, including factors such as pricing, ordering procedures, delivery plan, customer service, company history/references, and nutritional labeling." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Poway Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from Poway Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Poway Unified 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: Cover Letter, Proposal Form, Vendor Reference Form, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Iran Contracting Act Certification, Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, and Other Responsibility Matters, Certif. Review the full document from Poway Unified for the complete list.