Seekonk Public Schools Food Service Management RFP 2025-2026
Seekonk School DistrictSchool · Seekonk, MA- Due
- Mar 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 9, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Ryan McGee
- (508) 399-5106
The 30-second brief
Seekonk Public Schools is seeking proposals from Food Service Management Companies (FSMC) to operate its food service program. The RFP outlines the scope of services, qualifications, evaluation criteria, and contract terms. The contract will be for the school year 2025-2026, with options for renewal.
Price Proposal, Non-Price Proposal, Bid Bond, Performance Bond (if required) or Consent of Surety, Non-Collusion Statement, Tax-Compliance Certification, Certificate of Insurance, Recommended School Staffing Schedules, Company Organization Chart, Description of Marketing and Merchandising Programs, Description of Food Handling/Sanitation Program, Description of Nutrition Education/Awareness Program, Description of Employee Training Programs, Description of Accounting Program, Resume for Food Service Director, Client List of similar sized districts over past 3 years, 21 Day Cycle Menus (H.S., Middle, Elementary), Daily Menu Pattern (H.S., Middle, Elementary), Summary of Experience, Plan of Services, Proof of Visitation (as applicable), Last Audited Financial Statement, Complete Description of Employee Benefits with related employee costs, Support Staff Visitation Schedule, Certificate of Independent Price Determination, Certification of Clean Air and Water, Energy Policy and Conservation Act, Certification Regarding Debarment / Foreign Corporation Certificate of Registration
General Experience, Reference Satisfaction, Operations, Relative Experience (FSD), Menus, Marketing/Merchandising, Financial Stability, Employee Training, Student Participation, Student Engagement Events, Dietician Visits
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Summary
Seekonk Public Schools is seeking proposals from Food Service Management Companies (FSMC) to operate its food service program.
The RFP outlines the scope of services, qualifications, evaluation criteria, and contract terms. The contract will be for the school year 2025-2026, with options for renewal.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
11- General Experience
- Reference Satisfaction
- Operations
- Relative Experience (FSD)
- Menus
- Marketing/Merchandising
- Financial Stability
- Employee Training
- Student Participation
- Student Engagement Events
- Dietician Visits
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
28- Price Proposal
- Non-Price Proposal
- Bid Bond
- Performance Bond (if required) or Consent of Surety
- Non-Collusion Statement
- Tax-Compliance Certification
- Certificate of Insurance
- Recommended School Staffing Schedules
- Company Organization Chart
- Description of Marketing and Merchandising Programs
- Description of Food Handling/Sanitation Program
- Description of Nutrition Education/Awareness Program
- Description of Employee Training Programs
- Description of Accounting Program
- Resume for Food Service Director
- Client List of similar sized districts over past 3 years
- 21 Day Cycle Menus (H.S., Middle, Elementary)
- Daily Menu Pattern (H.S., Middle, Elementary)
- Summary of Experience
- Plan of Services
- Proof of Visitation (as applicable)
- Last Audited Financial Statement
- Complete Description of Employee Benefits with related employee costs
- Support Staff Visitation Schedule
- Certificate of Independent Price Determination
- Certification of Clean Air and Water
- Energy Policy and Conservation Act
- Certification Regarding Debarment / Foreign Corporation Certificate of Registration
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
20- Schedule A
- Schedule B
- Schedule C
- Schedule D
- Schedule E
- Schedule F
- Schedule G
- Exhibit A
- Exhibit B
- Exhibit C
- Exhibit D
- Exhibit F
- Exhibit G
- Exhibit H
- Exhibit I
- Exhibit J
- Exhibit K
- Exhibit L
- Exhibit M
- Exhibit N
- Submit to
- Seekonk Public Schools
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Seekonk, MA
- Reported agency
- Seekonk Public Schools
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Seekonk School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 9, 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: Seekonk Public Schools. For questions, contact Ryan McGee.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Seekonk School District in MA, 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 Ryan McGee at (508) 399-5106. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Price Proposal, Non-Price Proposal, Bid Bond, Performance Bond (if required) or Consent of Surety, Non-Collusion Statement, Tax-Compliance Certification, Certificate of Insurance, Recommended School Staffing Schedules, Company Organization Chart, Description of Marketing and Merchandising Programs,. 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: "General Experience, Reference Satisfaction, Operations, Relative Experience (FSD), Menus, Marketing/Merchandising, Financial Stability, Employee Training, Student Participation, Student Engagement Eve..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Seekonk School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Seekonk School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Seekonk 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, Schedule B, Schedule C, Schedule D, Schedule E, Schedule F, Schedule G, Exhibit A, Exhibit B, Exhibit C, Exhibit D, Exhibit F, Exhibit G, Exhibit H, Exhibit I, Exhibit J, Exhibit K, Exhibi. Review the full document from Seekonk 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: Seekonk, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.