St. Charles Parish School District USDA Commodity Processing RFP 2026/2027
- Due
- Jan 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 5, 2025
- Primary contact
- Jenny DeRoche
- (985) 785-3179
The 30-second brief
St. Charles Parish School District and six other SFAs are requesting proposals for the processing of USDA commodities including beef, poultry, dairy, and grains for the 2026-27 school year. Proposals are due by January 9, 2026.
Processing fees, nutritional standards, finished yields per pound of commodity product, minimum drop requirements, product acceptability
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Summary
St. Charles Parish School District and six other SFAs are requesting proposals for the processing of USDA commodities including beef, poultry, dairy, and grains for the 2026-27 school year. Proposals are due by January 9, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Processing fees
- Nutritional standards
- Finished yields per pound of commodity product
- Minimum drop requirements
- Product acceptability
- Submit to
- St. Charles Parish School Board Office, Child Nutrition Department, 13855 River Road, Luling, LA 70070
- Scope location
- Luling, LA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from St. Charles Parish School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 9, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: St. Charles Parish School Board Office, Child Nutrition Department, 13855 River Road, Luling, LA 70070. For questions, contact Jenny DeRoche.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including St. Charles Parish School District in LA, 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 Jenny DeRoche at (985) 785-3179. 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: "Processing fees, nutritional standards, finished yields per pound of commodity product, minimum drop requirements, product acceptability" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from St. Charles Parish School District?
All active and historical solicitations from St. Charles Parish School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, St. Charles Parish 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. Review the full document from St. Charles Parish 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: Luling, LA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.