Poway Unified School District RFP 2026-19 Commodity Processed Chicken
Poway UnifiedSchool · San Diego, CA- Due
- Apr 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Elan Saleh
- (858) 748-0010
The 30-second brief
The Poway Unified School District is soliciting proposals for the procurement of commodity processed chicken. This includes processing of bulk, raw USDA Foods (Commodity) Chicken into fully cooked end products for use in the District's school meals program. The contract term is one year, with options for renewal.
Fully cooked end products meeting specifications, Sample invoice, Sample monthly statement, Product recall procedures, Documentation for USDA Foods tracking, HACCP program documentation, Buy American Provision certification, Poultry Products Imported from China certification, Clean Air and Water Certification.
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Summary
The Poway Unified School District is soliciting proposals for the procurement of commodity processed chicken.
This includes processing of bulk, raw USDA Foods (Commodity) Chicken into fully cooked end products for use in the District's school meals program. The contract term is one year, with options for renewal.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Fully cooked end products meeting specifications
- Sample invoice
- Sample monthly statement
- Product recall procedures
- Documentation for USDA Foods tracking
- HACCP program documentation
- Buy American Provision certification
- Poultry Products Imported from China certification
- Clean Air and Water Certification
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
23- Excel 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
- Certification Regarding Poultry Products Imported From China
- Clean Air and Water Certification
- Product Substitution Request Form (Exhibit B)
- Statement of 'No Proposal' (Exhibit C)
- Summary End Product Data Schedule (SEPDS)
- Nutrition Facts Panel
- Ingredients List
- Allergen Statements
- CN Labels or Product Formulation Statements (PFS)
- Evidence of Domestic Origin
- Health Inspection Report
- 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 Elan Saleh.
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 Elan Saleh 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: Fully cooked end products meeting specifications, Sample invoice, Sample monthly statement, Product recall procedures, Documentation for USDA Foods tracking, HACCP program documentation, Buy American Provision certification, Poultry Products Imported from China certification, Clean Air and Water Cer. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: Excel Proposal Form, Vendor Reference Form, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Iran Contracting Act Certification, Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, and Other Responsibility Matters, Certification. Review the full document from Poway Unified for the complete list.