School District of DeSoto County Food Service Management Company RFP 2526-01
DeSoto County School DistrictSchool · Arcadia, FL- Due
- Jan 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 28, 2026
- Primary contact
- Michelle Sikes
The 30-second brief
The School District of DeSoto County is soliciting proposals for a Food Service Management Company. The solicitation number is 2526-01 RFP.
Required Proposal Enclosed, Required proposal Bond, Required Drug Free Workplace Certification (Exhibit F) Signed, Required Certification regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion (Exhibit G), Required Certification regarding Lobbying (Exhibit H), Required Disclosure of Lobbying Activities (Exhibit I), Required Proposal Summary (Exhibit J), Required Non-Collusion Affidavit (Exhibit L), Certificate of Independent Price Determination, Personnel Policies and Employee Handbook, Flash Drive
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Summary
The School District of DeSoto County is soliciting proposals for a Food Service Management Company. The solicitation number is 2526-01 RFP.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
13- Required Proposal Enclosed
- Required proposal Bond
- Required Drug Free Workplace Certification (Exhibit F) Signed
- Required Certification regarding Debarment
- Suspension
- Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion (Exhibit G)
- Required Certification regarding Lobbying (Exhibit H)
- Required Disclosure of Lobbying Activities (Exhibit I)
- Required Proposal Summary (Exhibit J)
- Required Non-Collusion Affidavit (Exhibit L)
- Certificate of Independent Price Determination
- Personnel Policies and Employee Handbook
- Flash Drive
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Exhibit F
- Exhibit G
- Exhibit H
- Exhibit I
- Exhibit J
- Exhibit L
- Reported agency
- School District of DeSoto County
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from DeSoto County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 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. For questions, contact Michelle Sikes.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including DeSoto County School District in FL, 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 Michelle Sikes. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Required Proposal Enclosed, Required proposal Bond, Required Drug Free Workplace Certification (Exhibit F) Signed, Required Certification regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion (Exhibit G), Required Certification regarding Lobbying (Exhibit H), Required Disclosure of. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from DeSoto County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from DeSoto County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, DeSoto County School District 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: Exhibit F, Exhibit G, Exhibit H, Exhibit I, Exhibit J, Exhibit L. Review the full document from DeSoto County School District for the complete list.