Sylvan Union School District Food and Supply Items RFP 2026/27-1
Sylvan Union ElementarySchool · Modesto, CA- Due
- Apr 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 12, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Michael Maaske
- (209) 574-5607
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Request for proposals for food and supply items for the Sylvan Union School District Nutrition Services Department. Includes detailed instructions, requirements, and certifications for vendors.
Proposal packet, Completed forms, Price Pricing Spreadsheet, Electronic Media (USB drive) of Price Pricing Spreadsheet, Vendor Questionnaire, Proposer Criteria Form, Proposal Form, Non-Collusion Declaration, Equal Opportunity Employment, Certification Regarding Lobbying, Certificate and Disclosure Statements, Suspension and Debarment Certification, Iran Contracting Act Certification, Contractor's Certification – Regarding Drug Free Workplace, Contractor's Certification – Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco Free Workplace, Contractor's Certification – Worker Compensation, Clean Air and Water Certification, Certification for "Buy American" Provision, China Prohibition on Poultry, Electronic Media/USB Flash drive, Printed Proposal Worksheet with Signature
Technical Criteria: Reputation of the Proposer and Proposer's good or services (Reference checks, Vendor Questionnaire), Accounting and Reporting Systems (Vendor Questionnaire), Price. Award is to the responsive & responsible Proposer with the most points.
SUMMARY
Request for proposals for food and supply items for the Sylvan Union School District Nutrition Services Department. Includes detailed instructions, requirements, and certifications for vendors.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Technical Criteria: Reputation of the Proposer and Proposer's good or services (Reference checks, Vendor Questionnaire), Accounting and Reporting Systems (Vendor Questionnaire), Price. Award is to the responsive & responsible Proposer with the most points.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
21- Proposal packet
- Completed forms
- Price Pricing Spreadsheet
- Electronic Media (USB drive) of Price Pricing Spreadsheet
- Vendor Questionnaire
- Proposer Criteria Form
- Proposal Form
- Non-Collusion Declaration
- Equal Opportunity Employment
- Certification Regarding Lobbying
- Certificate and Disclosure Statements
- Suspension and Debarment Certification
- Iran Contracting Act Certification
- Contractor's Certification – Regarding Drug Free Workplace
- Contractor's Certification – Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco Free Workplace
- Contractor's Certification – Worker Compensation
- Clean Air and Water Certification
- Certification for "Buy American" Provision
- China Prohibition on Poultry
- Electronic Media/USB Flash drive
- Printed Proposal Worksheet with Signature
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
17- Vendor Questionnaire
- Proposer Criteria Form
- Proposal Form
- Non-Collusion Declaration
- Equal Opportunity Employment
- Certification Regarding Lobbying
- Certificate and Disclosure Statements
- Suspension and Debarment Certification
- Iran Contracting Act Certification
- Contractor's Certification – Regarding Drug Free Workplace
- Contractor's Certification – Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco Free Workplace
- Contractor's Certification – Worker Compensation
- Clean Air and Water Certification
- Certification for "Buy American" Provision
- China Prohibition on Poultry
- Electronic Media/USB Flash drive
- Printed Proposal Worksheet with Signature
- Submit to
- Sylvan Union School District Nutrition Services Department 1300 E. Rumble Road Modesto, CA 95355
- Scope location
- Modesto, CA
- Reported agency
- Sylvan Union School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Sylvan Union Elementary?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 24, 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: Sylvan Union School District Nutrition Services Department 1300 E. Rumble Road Modesto, CA 95355. For questions, contact Michael Maaske.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Sylvan Union Elementary in CA, 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 Michael Maaske at (209) 574-5607. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Proposal packet, Completed forms, Price Pricing Spreadsheet, Electronic Media (USB drive) of Price Pricing Spreadsheet, Vendor Questionnaire, Proposer Criteria Form, Proposal Form, Non-Collusion Declaration, Equal Opportunity Employment, Certification Regarding Lobbying, Certificate and Disclosure S. 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: "Technical Criteria: Reputation of the Proposer and Proposer's good or services (Reference checks, Vendor Questionnaire), Accounting and Reporting Systems (Vendor Questionnaire), Price. Award is to the..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Sylvan Union Elementary?
All active and historical solicitations from Sylvan Union Elementary are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Sylvan Union Elementary 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: Vendor Questionnaire, Proposer Criteria Form, Proposal Form, Non-Collusion Declaration, Equal Opportunity Employment, Certification Regarding Lobbying, Certificate and Disclosure Statements, Suspensio. Review the full document from Sylvan Union Elementary for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Modesto, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.