Rochester School District RFP Food Service Management Company
- Due
- Mar 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Jared Fulgoni
The 30-second brief
Rochester School District is accepting proposals for a food service management contract. Proposals are due by 12:00 PM on March 30, 2026.
Food service program operation, Including menus, Purchasing, Receiving, Storing, Serving, Cleanup, Sanitation, Training, Hiring, Supervising personnel, And presenting food.
Quality of food service program and service, demonstrated ability and experience, concepts of service and programs, financial stability, corporate capability and experience, qualifications and experience of management personnel, understanding of District's Food Service Program, training programs, Nutrition Education/Awareness Program, food handling/housekeeping/sanitation program, on-site accountability system, labor staffing patterns, marketing program, budgets/financial proformas, merchandising/presentation programs, facility/equipment renovation plan.
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Summary
Rochester School District is accepting proposals for a food service management contract. Proposals are due by 12:00 PM on March 30, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
16- Quality of food service program and service
- Demonstrated ability and experience
- Concepts of service and programs
- Financial stability
- Corporate capability and experience
- Qualifications and experience of management personnel
- Understanding of District's Food Service Program
- Training programs
- Nutrition Education/Awareness Program
- Food handling/housekeeping/sanitation program
- On-site accountability system
- Labor staffing patterns
- Marketing program
- Budgets/financial proformas
- Merchandising/presentation programs
- Facility/equipment renovation plan
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
12- Food service program operation
- Including menus
- Purchasing
- Receiving
- Storing
- Serving
- Cleanup
- Sanitation
- Training
- Hiring
- Supervising personnel
- Presenting food
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Schedule A (Cost Responsibility Survey), Schedule B (Procurement Specifications), Schedule C (Price List FY26), Schedule D (Enrollment/Serving Times), Schedule E (Financial Schedules), Schedule F (Reimbursement Rates), Exhibit A (Reimbursement Claims), Exhibit B (Current Employee Roster), Exhibit C (Last Year Financial Statement), Exhibit D (Sample Menu and Detailed Price List), Exhibit E (Current Serving Times), Exhibit F (Current School Calendar), Exhibit G (Cleaning, Meal Distribution, A la Carte, Vehicles, and Cash Handling), Exhibit H (Meal Counts and Sales by School), Exhibit I (Attendance Factors and Eligible Free and Reduced Students by School), Addendum A (Non-Collusion Affidavit), Addendum B (Certificate of Independent Price Determination), Addendum C (Certification Regarding Lobbying), Addendum D (Disclosure of Lobbying Activities), Addendum E (Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion), Addendum F (Clean Air and Water Certificate), Addendum G (Energy Policy and Conservation Act)
REQUIRED STAFFING
Food Director, Assistant Food Director
- Submit to
- Rochester School Department, 150 Wakefield Street, Suite 8, Rochester, NH 03867
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- Rochester, New Hampshire
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Rochester School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 30, 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: Rochester School Department, 150 Wakefield Street, Suite 8, Rochester, NH 03867. For questions, contact Jared Fulgoni.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Rochester School District in NH, 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 Jared Fulgoni. 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 Director, Assistant Food Director. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Food service program operation, Including menus, Purchasing, Receiving, Storing, Serving, Cleanup, Sanitation, Training, Hiring, Supervising personnel, And presenting food.. 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: "Quality of food service program and service, demonstrated ability and experience, concepts of service and programs, financial stability, corporate capability and experience, qualifications and experie..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Rochester School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Rochester School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Rochester 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: Schedule A (Cost Responsibility Survey), Schedule B (Procurement Specifications), Schedule C (Price List FY26), Schedule D (Enrollment/Serving Times), Schedule E (Financial Schedules), Schedule F (Rei. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Rochester 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: Rochester, New Hampshire. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.