School District of DeSoto Food Service Management Services RFP 2026
DeSoto County School DistrictSchool · Arcadia, FL- Due
- May 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 1, 2026
The 30-second brief
The School District of DeSoto (DeSoto County School Board) is soliciting proposals for professional food service management services. Proposers must demonstrate capacity and experience in managing National School Lunch/Breakfast Programs (NSLP/SBP) and Summer Food Service Programs (SFSP). Minimum eligibility requires a proposal bond, a drug-free workplace certification, non-collusion affidavits, and a personnel handbook. Evaluation is based on a 100-point scale: Total Fixed Meal Charge (25 pts), Menus/Nutrition (15 pts), Training/Transition Plan (15 pts), Marketing Plan (10 pts), Company Experience (10 pts), On-Site Staff Experience (10 pts), Financial Stability (10 pts), and References (5 pts). Proposing companies and their General Managers must have at least five years of K12 food service experience to avoid disqualification. The successful proposer must provide a performance bond and insurance certificate within five business days of the award.
Proposal bond, Exhibit F Drug-Free Workplace, Exhibit G Debarment Certification, Exhibit H Lobbying Certification, Exhibit I Disclosure of Lobbying, Exhibit J Proposal Summary, Exhibit L Non-Collusion Affidavit, Exhibit T Independent Price Determination, Personnel Policies and Employee Handbook, Performance Bond, Insurance Certificate
Total Fixed Meal Charge (25), Menus/Product Identifications/Nutrition Analyses (15), Training/Transition Plan (15), Marketing Plan (10), Company Experience (10), Experience of On-Site Management Company Staff (10), Financial Stability (10), References (5)
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Summary
The School District of DeSoto (DeSoto County School Board) is soliciting proposals for professional food service management services.
Proposers must demonstrate capacity and experience in managing National School Lunch/Breakfast Programs (NSLP/SBP) and Summer Food Service Programs (SFSP). Minimum eligibility requires a proposal bond, a drug-free workplace certification, non-collusion affidavits, and a personnel handbook. Evaluation is based on a 100-point scale: Total Fixed Meal Charge (25 pts), Menus/Nutrition (15 pts), Training/Transition Plan (15 pts), Marketing Plan (10 pts), Company Experience (10 pts), On-Site Staff Experience (10 pts), Financial Stability (10 pts), and References (5 pts). Proposing companies and their General Managers must have at least five years of K12 food service experience to avoid disqualification. The successful proposer must provide a performance bond and insurance certificate within five business days of the award.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Proposal bond
- Exhibit F Drug-Free Workplace
- Exhibit G Debarment Certification
- Exhibit H Lobbying Certification
- Exhibit I Disclosure of Lobbying
- Exhibit J Proposal Summary
- Exhibit L Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Exhibit T Independent Price Determination
- Personnel Policies and Employee Handbook
- Performance Bond
- Insurance Certificate
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Exhibit F
- Exhibit G
- Exhibit H
- Exhibit I
- Exhibit J
- Exhibit L
- Exhibit T
- Personnel Policies and Employee Handbook
REQUIRED STAFFING
General Manager
- Scope location
- DeSoto County, FL
- Reported agency
- School District of DeSoto
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 May 26, 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.
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.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: General Manager. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Proposal bond, Exhibit F Drug-Free Workplace, Exhibit G Debarment Certification, Exhibit H Lobbying Certification, Exhibit I Disclosure of Lobbying, Exhibit J Proposal Summary, Exhibit L Non-Collusion Affidavit, Exhibit T Independent Price Determination, Personnel Policies and Employee Handbook, Per. 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: "Total Fixed Meal Charge (25), Menus/Product Identifications/Nutrition Analyses (15), Training/Transition Plan (15), Marketing Plan (10), Company Experience (10), Experience of On-Site Management Compa..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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, Exhibit T, Personnel Policies and Employee Handbook. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from DeSoto County 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: DeSoto County, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.