ScholarMade Unified Academies Child Nutrition Prime Vendor RFP 2026-2027
Ivy Hill Preparatory AcademySchool · Little Rock, AR- Due
- Jun 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 17, 2024
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Shelia Bailey
- (501) 590-5425
The 30-second brief
ScholarMade Unified Academies is soliciting proposals for a Prime Vendor to serve its Child Nutrition Department for the 2026-2027 school year. The scope includes providing food products such as whole grain bread/grain items and fruit in light syrup or natural juice, adhering to federal Buy American provisions and USDA regulations. This is a line-item bid where pricing must remain firm from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with potential monthly escalations after September 30, 2026. Bidders must submit a completed signature page, debarment and suspension certification, and lobbying disclosure forms. Bids are due via email to Shelia Bailey by 12:00 PM on June 1, 2026. Questions regarding the IFB process must be submitted by May 29, 2026.
Compliance with specifications, completion of attachments, responsiveness, responsibility, lowest price
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Summary
ScholarMade Unified Academies is soliciting proposals for a Prime Vendor to serve its Child Nutrition Department for the 2026-2027 school year.
The scope includes providing food products such as whole grain bread/grain items and fruit in light syrup or natural juice, adhering to federal Buy American provisions and USDA regulations. This is a line-item bid where pricing must remain firm from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with potential monthly escalations after September 30, 2026. Bidders must submit a completed signature page, debarment and suspension certification, and lobbying disclosure forms. Bids are due via email to Shelia Bailey by 12:00 PM on June 1, 2026. Questions regarding the IFB process must be submitted by May 29, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Compliance with specifications
- Completion of attachments
- Responsiveness
- Responsibility
- Lowest price
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Checklist
- Representative Signature Page
- Attachment A-Suspension and Debarment Certification
- Attachment B-Lobbying Certification
- Attachment C-Disclosure of Lobbying Activities
- Bid Sheets
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Little Rock, AR
- Reported agency
- ScholarMade Unified Academies
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Ivy Hill Preparatory Academy?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 1, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Shelia Bailey.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Ivy Hill Preparatory Academy in AR, 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 Shelia Bailey at (501) 590-5425. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Compliance with specifications, completion of attachments, responsiveness, responsibility, lowest price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Ivy Hill Preparatory Academy?
All active and historical solicitations from Ivy Hill Preparatory Academy are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Ivy Hill Preparatory Academy 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: Checklist, Representative Signature Page, Attachment A-Suspension and Debarment Certification, Attachment B-Lobbying Certification, Attachment C-Disclosure of Lobbying Activities, Bid Sheets. Review the full document from Ivy Hill Preparatory Academy for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Little Rock, AR. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.