Schuylkill Intermediate Unit 29 Food Service Management Company RFP and Cost Reimbursable Contract 2026-2027
Schuylkill IU 29Special District · Mar Lin, PA- Due
- Apr 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 3, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Kristina E. Frantz
- (570) 544-9131 ext 1207
The 30-second brief
Schuylkill Intermediate Unit 29 is soliciting proposals for a food service management company to operate its school nutrition programs for the 2026-2027 school year. Proposals are due by April 30, 2026, at 2:00 pm.
Cost (25 points), Years of Experience (10 points), Guarantee (5 points), Service Capability Plan (15 points), Financial Conditions/Stability (10 points), Accounting and Reporting Systems (5 points), Personnel Management (15 points), Student Engagement (10 points), Quality Assurance (5 points)
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Summary
Schuylkill Intermediate Unit 29 is soliciting proposals for a food service management company to operate its school nutrition programs for the 2026-2027 school year. Proposals are due by April 30, 2026, at 2:00 pm.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Attachment CR3
- Attachment 1
- Attachment 2
- Attachment 4
- Attachment 5
- Attachment 8
- Attachment 9
- Attachment 11
- Appendix D
- Appendix E
- Appendix F
- Submit to
- 17 Maple Avenue, Mar Lin, PA 17951
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Mar Lin, PA
- Reported agency
- Schuylkill Intermediate Unit 29
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Schuylkill IU 29?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 30, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 17 Maple Avenue, Mar Lin, PA 17951. For questions, contact Kristina E. Frantz.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Schuylkill IU 29 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 Kristina E. Frantz at (570) 544-9131 ext 1207. 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: "Cost (25 points), Years of Experience (10 points), Guarantee (5 points), Service Capability Plan (15 points), Financial Conditions/Stability (10 points), Accounting and Reporting Systems (5 points), P..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Schuylkill IU 29?
All active and historical solicitations from Schuylkill IU 29 are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, Schuylkill IU 29 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: Attachment CR3, Attachment 1, Attachment 2, Attachment 4, Attachment 5, Attachment 8, Attachment 9, Attachment 11, Appendix D, Appendix E, Appendix F. Review the full document from Schuylkill IU 29 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Mar Lin, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.