Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools Farm to School RFP 2026-2027
Prior Lake-Savage Area SchoolsSchool · Prior Lake, MN- Due
- Apr 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Kristine McIntyre
- (952) 226-0024
The 30-second brief
Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools (PLSAS) is seeking proposals for Minnesota grown and/or raised foods, including fresh produce, proteins, and other local and seasonal items for the 2026-2027 school year. The RFP outlines product specifications, evaluation criteria, and submission requirements.
Farm to School fresh produce, Proteins, And other local and seasonally available items
Cost of product, Food safety, Farm location and geographic preference, Ability to meet product specifications, Customer service and past performance, Production, sustainability and growing attributes, Proposal submission complete
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Summary
Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools (PLSAS) is seeking proposals for Minnesota grown and/or raised foods, including fresh produce, proteins, and other local and seasonal items for the 2026-2027 school year. The RFP outlines product specifications, evaluation criteria, and submission requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Cost of product
- Food safety
- Farm location and geographic preference
- Ability to meet product specifications
- Customer service and past performance
- Production
- Sustainability and growing attributes
- Proposal submission complete
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Farm to School fresh produce
- Proteins
- Other local and seasonally available items
- Scope location
- Prior Lake, MN
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 6, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. For questions, contact Kristine McIntyre.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools in MN, 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 Kristine McIntyre at (952) 226-0024. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Farm to School fresh produce, Proteins, And other local and seasonally available items. 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 of product, Food safety, Farm location and geographic preference, Ability to meet product specifications, Customer service and past performance, Production, sustainability and growing attributes,..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools 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. Review the full document from Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Prior Lake, MN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.