Summit Hill School District 161 - Food Service Management Company (FSMC) - IFB - 2026
Summit Hill SD 161School · Frankfort, IL- Due
- Jun 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 23, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Dr. Paul McDermott
- (815) 469-9103
The 30-second brief
Summit Hill School District 161 seeks bids for a Food Service Management Company (FSMC) to provide management and operational support for the district's school nutrition programs, including the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and a la carte sales across four school sites. The ideal partner will provide onsite cooking at Summit Hill Junior High, serving as a central kitchen, and implement a bulk satellite program to three other sites, with goals to upgrade kitchen facilities, introduce a hot lunch program, and expand student participation. The contract term is for one year beginning July 1, 2026, with up to four one-year renewal options. Bids are due by June 8, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST, with a pre-bid meeting and facility tour scheduled for May 4, 2026, at Summit Hill Junior High in Frankfort, Illinois.
Food service management services, Onsite cooking and bulk satellite meal preparation, National School Lunch Program operation, A la carte sales, Catering, Marketing and promotional program, Student and family informational sessions
Lowest price, responsible Bidder capable of providing products and services, adherence to specifications, bidder responsibility and responsiveness criteria
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Summary
Summit Hill School District 161 seeks bids for a Food Service Management Company (FSMC) to provide management and operational support for the district's school nutrition programs, including the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and a la carte sales across four school sites.
The ideal partner will provide onsite cooking at Summit Hill Junior High, serving as a central kitchen, and implement a bulk satellite program to three other sites, with goals to upgrade kitchen facilities, introduce a hot lunch program, and expand student participation. The contract term is for one year beginning July 1, 2026, with up to four one-year renewal options. Bids are due by June 8, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST, with a pre-bid meeting and facility tour scheduled for May 4, 2026, at Summit Hill Junior High in Frankfort, Illinois.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Lowest price
- Responsible Bidder capable of providing products and services
- Adherence to specifications
- Bidder responsibility and responsiveness criteria
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Food service management services
- Onsite cooking and bulk satellite meal preparation
- National School Lunch Program operation
- A la carte sales
- Catering
- Marketing and promotional program
- Student and family informational sessions
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Bid Summary
- Certificate of Independent Price Determination
- Bid-Rigging Certification
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- Suspension
- Ineligibility
- Voluntary Exclusion - Lower Tier Covered Transactions
- Certificate Regarding Lobbying
- Disclosure of Lobbying Activities
- Bid Agreement
- Certificate of Insurance
REQUIRED STAFFING
7- Submit to
- Dr. Paul McDermott and Ms. Amy Curtin, Summit Hill School District 161, 20100 S. Spruce Drive, Frankfort, IL 60423; Electronic submission via BidBuy
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Frankfort, IL
- Reported agency
- Summit Hill School District 161
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Summit Hill SD 161?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 8, 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: Dr. Paul McDermott and Ms. Amy Curtin, Summit Hill School District 161, 20100 S. Spruce Drive, Frankfort, IL 60423; Electronic submission via BidBuy. For questions, contact Dr. Paul McDermott.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Summit Hill SD 161 in IL, 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 IFB 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 Dr. Paul McDermott at (815) 469-9103. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Food Service Director, Cook, Chef, Prep/Serve, Driver, Lead, Server. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Food service management services, Onsite cooking and bulk satellite meal preparation, National School Lunch Program operation, A la carte sales, Catering, Marketing and promotional program, Student and family informational sessions. 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: "Lowest price, responsible Bidder capable of providing products and services, adherence to specifications, bidder responsibility and responsiveness criteria" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Summit Hill SD 161?
All active and historical solicitations from Summit Hill SD 161 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Summit Hill SD 161 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 IFB?
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: Bid Summary, Certificate of Independent Price Determination, Bid-Rigging Certification, Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility, and Voluntary Exclusion - Lower Tier Covered Trans. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Summit Hill SD 161 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Frankfort, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.