Punxsutawney Area School District Food Service Management Consulting RFP 2026
Punxsutawney Area SDSchool · Punxsutawney, PA- Due
- May 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Susan H. Robertson
The 30-second brief
Punxsutawney Area School District seeks an outside food service management company to provide consulting support and operational guidance for its internally managed program. Proposals are due by May 28, 2026.
Analysis on staff-hours, New menu suggestions, From scratch recipes, Training, Nutritional recommendations
Lowest responsible responder, responsive and in the best interest of the District
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Summary
Punxsutawney Area School District seeks an outside food service management company to provide consulting support and operational guidance for its internally managed program. Proposals are due by May 28, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible responder, responsive and in the best interest of the District
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Analysis on staff-hours
- New menu suggestions
- From scratch recipes
- Training
- Nutritional recommendations
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Form of RFP
- Non-Collusion affidavit
- Agreement
- Statement of Respondent's Qualifications Form
- Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment Certification
- Submit to
- 300 Center Street, Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania 15767
- Scope location
- Punxsutawney, PA
- Reported agency
- Punxsutawney Area School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Punxsutawney Area SD?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 28, 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: 300 Center Street, Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania 15767. For questions, contact Susan H. Robertson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Punxsutawney Area SD in PA, 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 Susan H. Robertson. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Analysis on staff-hours, New menu suggestions, From scratch recipes, Training, Nutritional recommendations. 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: "Lowest responsible responder, responsive and in the best interest of the District" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Punxsutawney Area SD?
All active and historical solicitations from Punxsutawney Area SD are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Punxsutawney Area SD regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Form of RFP, Non-Collusion affidavit, Agreement, Statement of Respondent's Qualifications Form, Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment Certification. Review the full document from Punxsutawney Area SD for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Punxsutawney, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.