The School Board of Hendry County School Food Service Management Operations RFP 26-00004
Hendry County School DistrictSchool · Labelle, FL- Due
- Feb 5, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 8, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Brandynn Arrieta
- (863) 674-4642
Know who Hendry County School District buys from before you write a word.
Every vendor contract, renewal date and decision maker at this agency, in one place.
Set up in 30 seconds · No credit card
THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Hendry County School District is soliciting proposals for the complete management and operation of food services across 12 schools, including the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs. The contract requires a $50,000 proposal bond and a guaranteed surplus fund balance of $500,000.
One original proposal with manual signatures, Five copies, One USB flash drive with unredacted document, $50, 000 proposal bond
Total Fixed Meal Charge (25), Menus/Product Identifications/Nutrition Analyses (20), Marketing (15), Company Experience (15), On-Site FSMC Support Staff Experience (10), Taste Test (10), References (5)
SUMMARY
Hendry County School District is soliciting proposals for the complete management and operation of food services across 12 schools, including the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs. The contract requires a $50,000 proposal bond and a guaranteed surplus fund balance of $500,000.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- One original proposal with manual signatures
- Five copies
- One USB flash drive with unredacted document
- $50
- 000 proposal bond
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
18- Proposal Acknowledgment Form
- Proposal Summary Form
- Signed Addenda
- Company Information
- References
- Balance Sheet/Annual Report
- Organization Chart
- Staffing Schedule
- 21-day Cycle Menus
- Product Identifications
- Marketing Plan
- Training Plans
- Debarment Certification
- Drug-Free Workplace Certification
- Lobbying Certification
- Independent Price Determination Certificate
- Public Entity Crime Form
- Insurance Certificate
REQUIRED STAFFING
5- Submit to
- 111 Curry Street, LaBelle, FL 33935
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- LaBelle, FL
- Reported agency
- The School Board of Hendry County
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Hendry County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 5, 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: 111 Curry Street, LaBelle, FL 33935. For questions, contact Brandynn Arrieta.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Hendry County School District in FL, 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 Brandynn Arrieta at (863) 674-4642. 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: Managers, Supervisors, Full and Part-Time Workers, Cashiers, Drivers. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: One original proposal with manual signatures, Five copies, One USB flash drive with unredacted document, $50, 000 proposal bond. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
Can I search RFPs like this in ChatGPT or Claude?
Yes. Civic IQ has an MCP server that connects ChatGPT, Claude and other AI assistants to live Civic IQ data: open RFPs, pre-RFP signals from public meetings, awarded contracts and agency decision-makers across 100,000+ US public agencies. Add https://beta.mcp.civiciq.com/mcp as a connector (in ChatGPT under Settings > Apps & Connectors, in Claude under Settings > Connectors) and sign in with a free Civic IQ account at civiciq.com/mcp.
Show 5 more questions
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Total Fixed Meal Charge (25), Menus/Product Identifications/Nutrition Analyses (20), Marketing (15), Company Experience (15), On-Site FSMC Support Staff Experience (10), Taste Test (10), References (5..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Hendry County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Hendry County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Hendry County 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: Proposal Acknowledgment Form, Proposal Summary Form, Signed Addenda, Company Information, References, Balance Sheet/Annual Report, Organization Chart, Staffing Schedule, 21-day Cycle Menus, Product Id. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Hendry County 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: LaBelle, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.